Addiction Expert Witnesses in New Jersey

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Addiction Expert Witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including criminal defense, civil litigation, medical malpractice, and employment law. Some of the most common specialties include substance use disorders, DUI and impairment, prescribing practices, rehabilitation standards, and relapse risk. They can opine on the effects of drugs and alcohol on behavior, decision-making, capacity, and liability.

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  • Review Fee $500/hr
    Deposition Fee $700/hr
    Court Fee $700/hr

    This qualified expert of Addiction Medicine obtained his BS in Foreign Service from Georgetown University, his Pre-Med Certificate from the University of Maryland College Park, and his MPH and his MD from Tulane University. He completed his internship in Internal Medicine at Georgetown University School of Medicine, his Residency in Pediatrics at Weill Cornell Medical College, his Fellowship in Pediatrics at Columbia University of Physicians and Surgeons, and his Fellowship in Medical Ethics at Harvard Medical School. He is Board Certified in Pediatrics and Addiction Medicine and is a member of New York State Justice Center Medical Review Board (Appointed by the Governor) and several prestigious Psychiatry Medical Societies. He has 6 Publications related to Addiction Medicine research. He is currently an Attending Physician in Addiction Medicine for a Hospital in New York, an Assistant Attending Physician in Pediatric Emergency Medicine at a Top Hospital in New York, an Associate Professor of Psychiatry for a Medical School in New York and a Clinical Instructor of Pediatrics for a Top Tier Medical School.

    Attending Physician in Addiction Medicine, Hospital in New York

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), Tulane University School of Medicine

    New York,

    New York

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  • Review Fee $700/hr

    This highly qualified expert earned her MD from the American University of Beirut in Lebanon. She then went on to complete her Residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Psychiatry. After her residency, she then completed her fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry at Case Western Reserve University. She subsequently obtained her certification as a Medical Review Officer. In addition, this expert is the American Psychiatric Association's Early Career Psychiatry Trustee at Large, serving on the Board of Trustees of the American Psychiatric Association. She also sits on several Councils and Committees for the APA. She is recognized as an expert in the fields of Addiction Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry. This member is a member of numerous medical societies that include being a Fellow of The American Psychiatric Association, a Member of the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry, The Brooklyn Psychiatric Society, The New York State Psychiatric Association, The American Academy of Psychiatry and Law, and The Medical Society of the State of New York. This expert has published 9 articles and 1 book chapter. Formerly, this expert was a Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Stony Brook. Currently, this expert is an Inpatient Unit Director at A New York Medical Center.

    Emergency Room Psychiatrist, A medical center in NY

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), American University of Beirut, Lebanon

    New York,

    New York

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  • Review Fee $250/hr
    Deposition Fee $400/hr
    Court Fee $400/hr

    This expert earned her BA from The University of Texas at Austin. She then earned her masters in education and her PhD from The University of Houston in Counseling Psychology. This expert is also active within her society and is a member of numerous professional organizations such as The American Psychological Association. In addition, this expert has published 25 Peer-Reviewed Articles and given numerous presentations and lectures. Formerly this expert served as an Associate Provost at Clarion University of Pennsylvania and was the Founding Dean of a State University School in New York. She is currently the Provost at Marywood University in Scranton, PA.

    Founding Dean, A State University School in New York

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Houston

    Blakely,

    Pennsylvania

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  • Review Fee $375/hr
    Deposition Fee $450/hr

    This highly-qualified applied behavior analysis expert has 20 years of experience in her field, specializing in autism, developmental disabilities, and early intervention. She earned her BA in clinical psychology from Lock Haven University and her MA in applied behavior analysis from Penn State University. She is a board-certified behavior analyst and certified as a Competent Learner Model coach. This expert is active in her field as a member of the Association for Professional Behavior Analysis and as an author of several peer-reviewed publications. She formerly served as a behavior analyst for Keystone Human Services, a clinical adjunct of psychiatry at Penn State College of Medicine, and the clinical director, chief clinical officer, and CEO of Vista Autism Service & The Vista School. Currently, this expert owns a private practice and serves as an ABA business and clinical consultant.

    Executive Coach and Peer Group Facilitator, A coaching organization in PA

    Master of Arts (MA), Penn State University

    Pennsylvania

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What Can an Addiction Expert Witness Opine On?

Detoxification

Medical supervision during drug withdrawal.

Counseling

Therapeutic sessions for behavioral change.

Medication Management

Using medications to reduce cravings.

Support Groups

Peer support for recovery and coping.

Behavioral Therapy

Strategies to modify harmful behaviors.

Relapse Prevention Planning

Developing strategies to avoid relapse.

FAQs for Addiction Expert Witnesses

What is a addiction expert witness?

An addiction expert witness is a qualified professional who explains addiction, treatment, and standards of care in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, giving expert testimony, and clarifying complex addiction issues.

What types of cases may benefit from the insight of an addiction expert witness?

An addiction expert witness assists in DUI, drug crimes, prescribing negligence, overdose, wrongful death, child custody, workplace impairment, and rehab malpractice cases.

How can an addiction expert witness strengthen causation arguments in litigation?

An addiction expert witness strengthens causation arguments by linking clinical evidence, medical records, and addiction science to show how substance use directly led to the alleged harm.

What qualifications should attorneys prioritize when retaining an addiction expert witness?

Attorneys should prioritize an addiction expert witness with board-certified clinical credentials, forensic experience, courtroom testimony history, and clear, evidence-based reporting skills.

How does an addiction expert witness evaluate the reliability of substance use histories?

An addiction expert witness evaluates the reliability of substance use histories by cross-checking self-reports with records, collateral interviews, timelines, and clinical assessment tools.

What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting addiction expert witnesses?

Expert Institute delivers a tailored approach to connect you with top-tier experts. We identify actively practicing professionals who meet your exact criteria for specialty, experience, litigation background, fee structure, credentials, location, and more.

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