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Michael Talve, CEO
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Michael is the CEO and Managing Director of Expert Institute. His previous experience includes multiple entrepreneurial ventures in industries ranging from legal services to consumer products. Through his work with Expert Institute, Michael has emerged as a key innovator in the legal technology space.Articles by Michael Talve, CEO
New York Courts to Begin Virtual Hearings for Nonessential Cases April 13th
Chief Administrative Judge of the New York Court System, Lawrence K. Marks announced in a memorandum on Tuesday that New York Courts will open up remote court access for non-essential pending cases beginning Monday, April 13, 2020. This decision comes…
Posted on in COVID-19 & NewsCOVID-19 Update: A Message from Michael Talve, CEO, to our Community
To the members of our legal and expert communities, I want to extend my thoughts to all who have been affected by COVID-19. In the past week, I have spoken with clients who are caring for sick loved…
Posted on in COVID-19The Best Video Conferencing Tools for Attorneys & Expert Witnesses
Business in the COVID-19 age is rapidly becoming reliant on remote work and telecommunications. But a silver lining in these isolating times is the abundance of video conferencing tools available to keep us all in touch. Video conferencing is an…
Posted on in COVID-19 & Resources for Experts & Working with ExpertsCalifornia Plaintiff Receives $18 Million Verdict for Talcum Powder Mesothelioma
On October 19, a California jury awarded Philip Depoian $18.07 million; after finding that his repeated exposure to asbestos particles in cosmetic talc was the cause of his aggressive mesothelioma. According to a press release written by Worthington & Caron,…
Posted on in NewsReal estate expert witness opines on broker’s breach of good faith duty to buyer
This case involves a licensed Alabama real estate broker who listed a property for sale. An appraisal of the property indicated a $4,000,000 valuation. The broker showed the property to a couple who were prospective buyers. The broker did not…
Posted on inStudent Sexually Assaulted During Field Trip
This case involves a male student who was sexually assaulted during a school field trip. On the date of the incident in question, the student was on a field trip with his class to view the process of apple cider…
Posted on inPatent Examiner Wrongfully Rejects Patent Application for Microorganism Inventor
This case involves a scientist who invented an inoculum containing multiple strains of nitrogen-fixing bacteria. This type of microorganism was created by the scientist to metabolize hydrocarbons. The scientist invented the microorganism because the biochemical pathways responsible for this type…
Posted on inTotal Hip Replacement Results in Sciatic Nerve Injury and Foot Drop
This case involves a patient who was admitted to the hospital for an elective total left hip replacement. After surgery, the patient complained of an inability to flex or extend their left ankle. The impression in the medical note was…
Posted on in12 Tips to Prepare Your Expert Witness for Trial
Giving testimony at trial is one of the most stressful experiences an expert witness can endureāso proper preparation is vital. From seasoned experts with dozens of cases under their belt to novices who are taking the stand for the first…
Posted on in Working with ExpertsLaparoscopic cholecystectomy error causes pancreatic duct leak
This case takes place in Indiana and involves a 69 year old female who underwent a Ā laparoscopic cholecystectomy with placement of stent. At time of stent removal, ERCP determines stent has migrated to the small bowel. Report of ERCP indicates…
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