Paraplegic Expert Witnesses in Nebraska

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Paraplegic expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including rehabilitation medicine, vocational rehabilitation, life care planning, and disability law. Some of the most common specialties include spinal cord injury medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and assistive technology. They can opine on the effects of paraplegia on function, employability, future care costs, and quality of life.

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Average Paraplegic Expert Witnesses Court Fees

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  • Review Fee $285/hr
    Deposition Fee $325/hr

    This highly qualified expert oversees research on the wind resistance of asphalt shingles. He received a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering at the University of Florida. He is a member of the American Association for Wind Engineering. He has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles on the subject of asphalt shingles including the effects of wind and other environmental factors on the material. He is currently a forensic engineering specialist. Their analysis of construction and design practice is based on Code and industry standards and they have provided over $220 million worth of repair and rehabilitation correcting deficient construction and design issues. This rehabilitation includes single family homes, high rise condominiums, etc.

    Forensic Specialist, SBSA

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Florida

    Golden,

    Colorado

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  • This expert has two earned doctorates in nursing and over 30 years of experience as a nurse and an advanced practice nurse. She has had extensive experience in long term care and rehabilitation, has over 25 years as a Professor of Nursing, and is a recent Past President of the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses. She is an editor of the a major nursing journal.

    Professor of Nursing, Major Nursing University

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Wayne State University

    Colorado

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  • Review Fee $350/hr
    Deposition Fee $700/hr
    Court Fee $700/hr

    This qualified expert of Physical Therapy obtained his BA, MPT, and MED in Physical Therapy from Wichita State University and his DPT from the Massachusetts General Institute of Health Professionals. He completed his Fellowship in Sports Physical Therapy at the Gundersen Lutheran Sports Medicine facility and is Board Certified in Physical Therapy and Certified in National Strength and Conditioning Association and Athletic Trainer. He is a member of multiple Physical Therapy Medical Associations and a Reviewer for the American Journal of Sports Medicine. He has over 100+ Publications on the topic of Physical Therapy and is currently the Department Program Director & Chair and a Professor for the Department of Physical Therapy for a State University in the Midwest and a Staff Physical Therapist for a Midwestern Medical Center.

    Staff Physical Therapist, A Medical Center in KS

    Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Massachusetts General Institute of Health Professions

    Wichita,

    Kansas

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  • Expertise in functional impairments and disabilities, particularly concerning Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and other acquired brain injury that often result in cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and physical sequelae. Board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (Physiatry) with a subspecialty board certification in Brain Injury Medicine. Current clinical practice is in an academic medical center and a community based hospital.

    Testbed Co-Lead, Center for Neural Engineering

    Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine

    Colorado

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  • Review Fee $200/hr
    Deposition Fee $400/hr
    Court Fee $400/hr

    This certified life care planner and rehabilitation counselor has been in active practice since 2002, before which she served as a behavioral therapist. A member of the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals, she earned her BA in Psychology from Western State College of Colorado and her MA in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Northern Colorado.

    Life Care Planner, A rehabilitation center in CO

    Master of Arts (MA), University of Northern Colorado

    Denver,

    Colorado

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What Can a Paraplegic Expert Witness Opine On?

Physical Therapy

Rehabilitation exercises for mobility improvement.

Occupational Therapy

Skills training for daily living activities.

Wheelchair Fitting

Customizing wheelchair for comfort and function.

Adaptive Equipment Training

Using tools to enhance independence.

Pain Management

Techniques to alleviate chronic pain.

Assistive Technology Consultation

Evaluating devices for improved quality of life.

FAQs for Paraplegic Expert Witnesses

What is a paraplegic expert witness?

A paraplegic expert witness is a medical or rehabilitation specialist who explains paraplegia and its impact in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, evaluating injuries, and testifying to clarify complex disability issues.

What types of cases may benefit from the insights of a paraplegic expert witness?

A paraplegic expert witness supports spinal cord injury, medical malpractice, wheelchair accident, ADA accessibility, premises liability, and disability discrimination cases.

How can a paraplegic expert witness evaluate functional limitations in litigation?

A paraplegic expert witness evaluates functional limitations by reviewing medical records, observing daily activities, conducting assessments, and linking impairments to legal standards in the case.

What qualifications should attorneys seek in a paraplegic expert witness?

Attorneys should seek a paraplegic expert witness with relevant medical or rehabilitation credentials, legal case experience, strong communication skills, and documented testimony history.

How does a paraplegic expert witness assess long-term care needs?

A paraplegic expert witness assesses long-term care needs by reviewing medical records, functional limits, daily living tasks, equipment, and support services to project lifelong costs.

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