Forensic Pathology Expert Witnesses in Pennsylvania

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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 Pennsylvania

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

This expert holds a doctorate degree in toxicology and has been a practicing toxicologist for over 40 years. Board certified by the American Board of Toxicology and a Fellow of the Academy of Toxicological Sciences, he had published over 35 scientific articles and is a former president of the Mid-Atlantic chapter of the Society of Toxicology. He spent over 30 years as a Director of Toxicology for two major pharmaceutical companies and currently serves as an independent toxicology consultant.

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Doctor of Science (ScD), University of Cincinnati

Blue Bell,

Pennsylvania

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Review Fee $600/hr

This senior pathologist is Board Certified in neuropathology and anatomic pathology, and trained in forensic pathology. He earned his M.D. and a Ph.D. in Experimental Pathology from the University of Chicago. The expert spent the major part of his career in academia including positions as a professor of pathology and vice chairperson of the department of pharmacological and physiological sciences at the University of Chicago, as the chair of the department of pathology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and as an endowed professor of pathology and neurology at Emory University. he has coauthored over 140 publications and is a member of several relevant medical associations, including the American Association of Investigative Pathology, the American Association of Neuropathologists, and the International Academy of Pathology. Since 2010 this expert practiced forensic pathology in several major metropolitan offices. He has been qualified as an expert and testified in numerous criminal and civil trials. He currently works privately as an expert consultant in anatomic, neuropathology and forensic pathology.

Consultant, Neuropathology, Forensic Pathology, General Pathology, PA

Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Chicago

Columbus,

Pennsylvania

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Review Fee $225/hr
Deposition Fee $350/hr
Court Fee $400/hr

This expert specializes in infection control. He earned his PhD in Bioengineering from the University of Pennsylvania and pursued a fellowship focused on diagnostic imaging at the Temple University School of Medicine. For two decades, he worked for a firm manufacturing automated endoscope reprocessors, serving as the Director of R&D and the Chief of Infection Control. He currently owns a consultancy focused on healthcare quality and safety; he is also a prolific writer on these issues.

President, A healthcare quality and safety consultancy in PA

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Pennsylvania

Montgomeryville,

Pennsylvania

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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?

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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