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Average Toxicology Expert Witnesses Court Fees
$425/hr
Review Fee
$500/hr
Deposition Fee
$525/hr
Court Fee
This expert has been practicing toxicology for over 40 years. She holds a Master of Science in Clinical Chemistry as well as a Ph.D. in Toxicology, and an honorary doctoral degree in Medicine and Surgery from the Faculty of Medicine, University of Helsinki. She serves on the World Anti-Doping Agency's Prohibited List Committee, the National Commission on Forensic Sciences, the Organization of Scientific Area Committee on Toxicology, Transportation Research Board Committee on Alcohol and Other Drugs, and the National Safety Council's Alcohol, Drugs and Impairment Division Executive Board. She was a President of the International Association of Forensic Toxicologists, she is also a former President of the Society of Forensic Toxicologist and past Chair of the Toxicology Section of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences. She has published over 445 peer-reviewed articles and has presented more than 500 abstracts at national and international meetings, and she sits on the Editorial Board of multiple toxicological and chemical journals. She recently retired as Chief of Chemistry and Drug Metabolism, National Institute on Drug Abuse, National Institutes of Health. She serves as an Adjunct Professor at a major medical university. She consults with the US Department of Transportation, NMS Labs, and other diagnostic companies around the world. The journal Clinical Chemistry identified her as an inspiring mind.
President, A private toxicology consultancy in MD
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Maryland
Severna Park,
Maryland
This highly-qualified emergency medicine expert earned his BS in molecular biology from the University of Michigan and his MD from the University of Toledo. He subsequently completed his residency in emergency medicine at Wayne State University. This expert is board-certified in emergency medicine and is active in his field as a member of the American College of Emergency Physicians and the American College of Healthcare Executives. He formerly served as a clinical attending physician for Emergency Physician Medical Group and, more recently, as the chief of emergency services at Frederick Health in Maryland. Currently, this expert is a partner at a physician-owned integrated acute care group.
Partner, A Physician-Owned Integrated Acute Care Group in MD
Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Toledo
Rockville,
Maryland
This expert holds a doctorate degree in toxicology and has been a practicing toxicologist for over 40 years. Board certified by the American Board of Toxicology and a Fellow of the Academy of Toxicological Sciences, he had published over 35 scientific articles and is a former president of the Mid-Atlantic chapter of the Society of Toxicology. He spent over 30 years as a Director of Toxicology for two major pharmaceutical companies and currently serves as an independent toxicology consultant.
Consultant in Toxicology and Drug Safety
Doctor of Science (ScD), University of Cincinnati
Blue Bell,
Pennsylvania
With nearly 30 years of experience in emergency, family medicine and urgent care, this expert has a broad scope of practice. He is a full time clinician, but is also an experienced expert witness. In addition to a broad range of medical legal expertise, he has done hundreds of chart reviews for public defenders and private attorneys for criminal defense. He had numerous leadership positions in professional organizations including the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American College of Emergency Physicians. Currently, he is a full time emergency physician at a regional hospital and an assistant clinical professor at an academic center.
Physician, A VA Medical Center in PA
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Penn State University
Palmyra,
Pennsylvania
This highly qualified expert has years of experience in using animal models to study diabetes. He received his PhD degree from Ohio State University and completed his fellowship training in physiology and biophysics at the University of Illinois. He has published 98+ peer-reviewed journal articles and serves as a reviewer for 26+ renowned medical journals. He has been listed in "Who's Who in America" for science and engineering and lectures nationwide. Currently, he is a professor of pharmaceutical science and research and the director of pharmacology and toxicology at a major university. He is also the director of the Center for Diagnostic Nanosystems and the associate director of the Cell Differentiation and Development Center at the same institution. Additionally, he is the biological sciences laboratory supervisor at another major university.
Laboratory Supervisor, Major University
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Ohio State University
Huntington,
West Virginia
This board certified family medicine specialist has remained in active practice for over 20 years. He earned a BS and MD from Temple University and has spent the majority of his career in an ER and Urgent Care setting. He is a member of the American College of Emergency Physicians and is currently an ER physician at a major healthcare center in Pennsylvania.
Emergency Room Physician, A Major Pennsylvania Hospital
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Temple University School of Medicine
Fleetwood,
Pennsylvania
This highly-qualified expert earned his BS from SUNY Binghamton and his MD from Penn State University. He subsequently completed a residency in diagnostic imaging as well as fellowships in both abdominal imaging and emergency radiology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. This expert is board-certified in diagnostic radiology and is active in his field, having over 20 publications and presentations. Further, he is a member of the Radiological Society of North America and the Pennsylvania Medical Society. As one of the few radiologists in the country with fellowship training in both emergency radiology and body imaging, this expert is currently practicing at a large academic medical center. He is also an associate professor of radiology at a medical school in Pennsylvania, as well as the associate division chief of emergency and teleradiology at the same institution.
Assistant Professor, A Medical School in PA
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Penn State College of Medicine
Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania
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What Can a Toxicology Expert Witness Opine On?
Toxicology Screening
Testing samples for toxic substances.
Blood Analysis
Evaluating blood for toxins and drugs.
Urine Analysis
Detecting drugs and chemicals in urine.
Hair Analysis
Examining hair for long-term substance exposure.
Postmortem Toxicology
Analyzing samples after death for toxins.
Environmental Testing
Assessing environmental samples for pollutants.
FAQs for Toxicology Expert Witnesses
What is a toxicology expert witness?
A toxicology expert witness is a specialist in how drugs, alcohol, and chemicals affect the body who explains findings in legal cases. They assist by reviewing medical records, interpreting lab results, and testifying to clarify toxicology issues.
In what case types can a toxicology expert witness be beneficial?
A toxicology expert witness is beneficial in DUI/DWI, drug crimes, poisoning, overdose, product liability, workplace exposure, environmental contamination, and medical malpractice cases.
How can a toxicology expert witness assess causation in alleged chemical exposures?
A toxicology expert witness assesses causation in alleged chemical exposures by comparing dose, timing, and exposure route to toxicological data, medical records, and alternative causes.
What qualifications should a toxicology expert witness have for Daubert challenges?
A toxicology expert witness for Daubert challenges should have advanced toxicology training, relevant case experience, peer‑reviewed research, and adherence to accepted scientific methods.
How does a toxicology expert witness evaluate dose-response in drug toxicity disputes?
A toxicology expert witness evaluates dose-response in drug toxicity disputes by comparing exposure levels to scientific data, clinical findings, and established toxicological thresholds.
What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting toxicology expert witnesses?
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