Child Abuse and Neglect Expert Witnesses in New Mexico

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Expert witnesses in Child Abuse and Neglect practice in a variety of fields, including social work, psychology, pediatrics, forensic medicine, and education. Some of the most common specialties among these expert witnesses also include child welfare, domestic violence, child custody disputes, trauma counseling, and child protective services. They have provided opinions on the effects of physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, neglectful supervision, and medical neglect.

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Average Child Abuse and Neglect Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$325/hr

Review Fee

$575/hr

Deposition Fee

$425/hr

Court Fee

Child Abuse and Neglect Experts in New Mexico

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

This double board certified psychiatrist has been practicing for more than a decade. He completed residency training in general psychiatry at the University of New Mexico, and fellowship training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the same institution. He is currently a child psychiatrist at a major university medical center, where he also serves as an associate professor in the department of psychiatry and as the director of child psychiatric consultation services. His specific areas of expertise include pediatric brain injury, cultural issues with Hispanics and SW Native Americans, pediatric cancer and medical PTSD in children as well as misdiagnosis of medical conditions as being psychiatric in both children and adults.

Director of Child Psychiatric Consultation Services, Major Medical University

Doctor of Medicine (MD), Louisiana State University

Albuquerque,

New Mexico

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FAQs for Child Abuse and Neglect Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a child abuse and neglect expert witness?

A child abuse and neglect expert witness provides specialized knowledge in court cases involving allegations of child maltreatment. They can offer insights on signs of abuse, reporting protocols, and treatment strategies.

In what types of cases might a child abuse and neglect expert witness be needed?

These experts are often called upon in criminal cases, family law disputes, custody battles, or any case where there's suspected child mistreatment.

What subspecialties exist within the field of child abuse and neglect expertise?

Subspecialties include pediatric forensic medicine, psychology, social work, education, and law enforcement. Each offers unique perspectives on different aspects of child maltreatment.

How can a child abuse and neglect expert witness help in understanding complex medical evidence?

These experts can interpret medical records, explain injuries consistent with abuse or neglect, and clarify the impact of such trauma on a child's health and development.

Why is it important to have an expert witness who specializes in child abuse and neglect for my case?

Their specialized knowledge can provide critical context to understand the complexities of child maltreatment. This can significantly influence the outcome of your case.

How does Expert Institute select its Child Abuse and Neglect 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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