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Seth Mills, J.D.
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Seth Mills is a career counselor and legal content writer with a background in litigation management and continuing legal education. They received their B.A. from Simon’s Rock College of Bard and their J.D. from New York Law School.Articles by Seth Mills, J.D.
Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation: New Ways to Navigate TBI Cases Using Expert Witnesses
Over 2.5 million people in the United States suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) every year. TBI is a leading cause of death and disability among people ages 1 to 44. Common causes include falls, motor vehicle accidents, sports, and…
Posted on in Establishing Causation & Featured & Finding & Selecting ExpertsLitigating Medical Costs: Necessity, Reasonableness & Collateral Source Payments
What medical expenses may be admitted into evidence, and the amount that should be covered by the defendant, may be heavily litigated. Plaintiffs must prove that the medical costs incurred were reasonable and necessary. Depending on the state, they may…
Posted on in Establishing Damages & FeaturedEstablishing Damages in Life Care Plans That Withstand Scrutiny
Life care plans are not a prescription for a certain course of medical treatment. They are documents that attempt to ascertain and project the cost of a person’s injuries over the rest of their life. Life care planners investigate the…
Posted on in Establishing Damages & Featured & Working with ExpertsInsurance Company Faces Medical Malpractice Lawsuit for Denial of Prior Authorization
Attorneys for the estate of Kathleen Valentini argue that her health insurer’s denial of a prior authorization for an MRI constitutes negligence and medical malpractice. Her doctors said the denial led to the amputation of over half of her lower…
Posted on in Featured & NewsBalancing the Risks and Rewards of Social Media: 6 Tips for Expert Witnesses
Attorneys often consult with professionals who are experts in their fields. Experts help attorneys understand medical, scientific, or business issues in their cases. Experts also provide testimony during litigation. This helps the jury and the court understand relevant factual issues…
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