PTSD Expert Witnesses in Virginia

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PTSD expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including psychology, psychiatry, social work, counseling, and trauma therapy. Some of the most common PTSD expert witness specialties also include forensic psychology, military psychology, child trauma, sexual assault trauma, and disaster-related trauma. They can opine on the effects of traumatic events, treatment efficacy, emotional distress damages, disability claims related to PTSD, and the impact of PTSD on quality of life.

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

This multiple board certified forensic psychiatrist has extensive experience working with individuals of all ages, predominantly specializing in Addictions, PTSD and Sleep Medicine. He is a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and has held top teaching and clinical positions at Virginia Commonwealth School of Medicine. Currently, he is the President of a psychiatric private practice association in Virginia, and a Professor of Psychiatry and Neurology at a university medical center in Richmond, Virginia.

Professor, A major VA university medical school

Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Madras, India

Richmond,

Virginia

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

This highly-qualified expert has over 15 years of experience as a clinical psychiatrist and has experience in areas such as sexual harassment in the workplace, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, workplace issues and accommodations, and EEO complaints. He received his BA in psychology from the University of Albany before earning his MA in education psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and his PhD from the Virginia Consortium Program in Clinical Psychology. After earning his doctorate, he subsequently completed an internship with the Albany Psychology Internship Consortium. He has formerly served as a respite counselor at Children's House Incorporated, a case manager at Creedmor Hospital, and a professor of psychology at Alamance Community College. In a clinical capacity, he has served as a clinical psychologist at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center, a health psychologist in the Defense & Veterans Brain Injury Center at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center, and a clinical psychologist in the inpatient and co-occurring partial hospitalization unit at Fort Belvoir Community Hospital. Currently, this expert serves as a psychologist at a private practice in Virginia.

Psychologist, A private practice in Virginia

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Virginia Consortium Program in Clinical Psychology

Vienna,

Virginia

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FAQs for Ptsd Expert Witnesses

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

A PTSD expert witness provides specialized knowledge about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, its causes, symptoms, and treatments. They can offer insight into how PTSD may have affected a party involved in a case.

In what types of cases might a PTSD expert witness be needed?

PTSD expert witnesses are often called upon in personal injury cases, military court cases, workers' compensation claims, and any case where trauma has potentially caused PTSD.

How can a PTSD expert witness help establish causation in a legal case?

A PTSD expert can provide testimony on whether an event was traumatic enough to cause PTSD, if the plaintiff's symptoms align with a PTSD diagnosis, and if other factors could have contributed.

Are there subspecialties within the field of PTSD expertise that may be relevant to my case?

Yes, some experts specialize in specific areas such as military-related PTSD, childhood trauma-induced PTSD, or workplace-induced PTSD. The right subspecialty depends on your case specifics.

What qualifications should I look for when hiring a PTSD expert witness?

Look for professionals with advanced degrees in psychology or psychiatry, extensive experience treating or studying PTSD, and ideally prior experience serving as an expert witness.

How does Expert Institute select its PTSD 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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