Forensic Pathology Expert Witnesses in Minnesota

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Forensic pathology expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including criminal law, civil litigation, medical malpractice, personal injury cases, and workers' compensation claims. Some of the most common forensic pathology expert witness specialties also include autopsy interpretation, cause of death determination, toxicology, histopathology, and molecular pathology. They can opine on the effects of drug overdoses, traumatic injuries, disease processes, unexplained deaths, and potential medical negligence.

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Average Forensic Pathology Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$550/hr

Review Fee

$600/hr

Deposition Fee

$650/hr

Court Fee

Forensic Pathology Experts in Minnesota

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Review Fee $300/hr
Deposition Fee $400/hr
Court Fee $500/hr

This highly qualified expert is located in Minnesota and is board-certified in both emergency medicine and medical toxicology. She obtained her BS in integrative physiology from the University of Iowa, where she later completed her MD at the Roy J. and Lucile A. Carver College of Medicine. This expert completed her residency in emergency medicine at Regions Hospital, where she also completed her fellowship in medical toxicology. She is highly active in her field as a member of the American Association of Poison Control Centers and the American College of Emergency Physicians. Formerly, she served as an academic instructor in emergency medicine at the University of Minnesota, as chief resident in emergency medicine at Regions Hospital, and as secretary of medical toxicology in the fellow-in-training association at the same hospital. Currently, she serves as an emergency medicine physician at two different hospitals in Wisconsin, and at a hospital in Minnesota. Additionally, she also serves as a clinical consultant in medical toxicology at a hospital in Minnesota.

Consultant, A poison control system in MN

Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine

Minneapolis,

Minnesota

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Related Specialties

What Can a Forensic Pathology Expert Witness Opine On?

Autopsy

Examination to determine cause of death.

Toxicology Screening

Testing for substances in bodily fluids.

Histopathology

Microscopic examination of tissue samples.

DNA Analysis

Identifying genetic material for evidence.

Ballistics Analysis

Examining firearms and ammunition evidence.

Injury Documentation

Recording and analyzing trauma types.

FAQs for Forensic Pathology Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a forensic pathology expert witness in legal proceedings?

A forensic pathology expert witness provides insight into cause and manner of death, interpreting autopsy findings, and explaining complex medical concepts to the court.

In what types of cases can a forensic pathology expert witness be beneficial?

Forensic pathology experts are crucial in criminal cases, wrongful death suits, malpractice claims, and any case where cause or time of death is disputed.

How can a forensic pathology expert witness assist in a medical malpractice case?

They can review autopsy reports, medical records, and other evidence to determine if there was negligence or deviation from standard care that led to death.

Are there subspecialties within forensic pathology that could be relevant to my case?

Yes. Subspecialties include neuropathology (brain-related deaths), pediatric pathology (child deaths), and toxicological pathology (deaths related to toxins).

Why is it important for a forensic pathology expert witness to have experience with courtroom testimony?

Courtroom testimony requires clear communication of complex medical information. An experienced expert can effectively convey their findings to a non-medical audience.

How does Expert Institute select its Forensic Pathology expert witnesses?

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