Forensic Pathology Expert Witnesses in North Carolina

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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

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Forensic Pathology Experts in North Carolina

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Review Fee $325/hr
Deposition Fee $325/hr
Court Fee $325/hr

This qualified expert in criminology and controlled substances earned her BS in chemistry from the University of North Carolina Wilmington and her MS in forensic sciences from George Washington University. She is certified as a forensic alcohol analyst and a chemical analyst and is active in her field as a member of professional associations including the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors and the Association of Forensic Quality Assurance Managers. She formerly worked as a forensic scientist I and II at the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner Department and as a forensic lab director at the Wilmington Police Department. She is currently a consultant at a crime and controlled substances consultancy in NC.

Consultant, A crime and controlled substances consultancy in NC

Master of Science (MS), George Washington University

Wilmington,

North Carolina

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Review Fee $700/hr
Deposition Fee $700/hr
Court Fee $700/hr

This board-certified and fellowship-trained expert has over 15 years of experience as a pathologist. He has presented both nationally and internationally and has authored over 50 publications on the topic of pulmonary pathology. Elected as a Fellow of the College of American Pathologists, he currently serves as a tenured Associate Professor of Pathology and Staff Pathologist at a major university medical center.

Pathologist, Major University Medical Center

Doctor of Medicine (MD), Georgetown University School of Medicine

Durham,

North Carolina

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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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