Sports Injury Expert Witnesses in Illinois

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Sports injury expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including orthopedics, physical therapy, athletic training, sports medicine, and neurology. Some of the most common sports injury expert witness specialties also include concussion management, rehabilitation therapy, sports biomechanics, and injury prevention. They can opine on the effects of improper training techniques, faulty equipment, inadequate supervision, traumatic brain injuries, and return-to-play decisions.

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Average Sports Injury Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$700/hr

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$975/hr

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Sports Injury Experts in Illinois

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Review Fee $500/hr

This highly qualified expert earned his BA from the University of Illinois and his MD from The Chicago Medical School. He then went on to complete a residency in orthopedic surgery at Rush University Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine at Massachusetts General of Harvard University. He is active in his field as a member of American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and Illinois State Medical Society. He has published 15+ journal articles. He is currently an orthopedic surgeon in a private practice in Illinois.

Orthopedic Surgeon, An IL private practice

Doctor of Medicine (MD), The Chicago Medical School

Elgin,

Illinois

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Review Fee $500/hr
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This qualified expert is a board-certified emergency medicine physician that earned his BS in biology from Creighton University and his MD from the University of Iowa. He completed a residency in emergency medicine and a fellowship in primary care sports medicine at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. This expert is active in his field as a member of multiple professional organizations including the American College of Emergency Physicians, the American Academy of Emergency Medicine, and the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine. He is the author of numerous academic publications and has delivered numerous presentations on topics in his field. Formerly, this expert served as an emergency ice physician for the Chicago Blackhawks, a medical liaison for the NFL, and most recently as a clinical assistant professor of sports medicine, emergency medicine, and orthopaedic surgery at Northwestern Medicine. Currently, this expert served as an assistant team physician for a major league baseball team in Illinois and as a clinical associate professor of emergency medicine at a medical university in Iowa.

Head Team Internist, A Major League Baseball Team in IL

Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Iowa

Evanston,

Illinois

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Related Specialties

What Can a Sports Injury Expert Witness Opine On?

MRI Scan

Imaging to assess soft tissue injuries.

Physical Therapy

Rehabilitation to restore movement and strength.

Arthroscopy

Minimally invasive joint surgery.

Corticosteroid Injection

Injection for inflammation and pain relief.

Fracture Repair

Surgical fixation of broken bones.

Tendon Repair

Surgery to fix torn tendons.

FAQs for Sports Injury Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a sports injury expert witness in legal proceedings?

A sports injury expert witness provides specialized knowledge on sports-related injuries, their causes, prevention, and treatment. They can offer crucial insights in cases involving negligence, product liability, or malpractice.

What types of cases can a sports injury expert witness handle?

These experts can handle cases related to improper coaching techniques, faulty equipment, inadequate safety measures, player misconduct, and medical malpractice in treating sports injuries.

How can a sports injury expert witness help in a personal injury case?

They can provide an objective analysis of the injury, its cause and impact. Their testimony can establish if the injury was preventable or due to negligence, helping determine liability.

Are there subspecialties within the field of sports injury expert witnesses?

Yes, some experts specialize in specific sports or types of injuries like concussions or spinal injuries. Others may focus on areas like athletic training or physical therapy.

Why is it important to hire a sports injury expert witness with experience in the specific sport involved in my case?

Each sport has unique rules, equipment, and risks. An expert with specific sport experience will have deeper understanding of these factors and their potential contribution to the injury.

How does Expert Institute select its Sports Injury expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

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