Sports Injury Expert Witnesses in Florida

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Sports injury expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including orthopedics, physical therapy, athletic training, sports medicine, and neurology. Some of the most common sports injury expert witness specialties also include concussion management, rehabilitation therapy, sports biomechanics, and injury prevention. They can opine on the effects of improper training techniques, faulty equipment, inadequate supervision, traumatic brain injuries, and return-to-play decisions.

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Dr. Jonathan Hersch, MDView profile

ID: 1111311

Dr. Jonathan Hersch, MD

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Florida

This highly qualified orthopedic surgeon has over 20 years of clinical experience. He earned his BS in psychology from Duke University before receiving his MD from New York University School Medicine. He then went on to complete a general surgery internship and orthopedic surgery residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center before completing a prestigious sports medicine fellowship at the...

Dr. Alan Marc Lazar, MD, FACSView profile

ID: 1385424

Dr. Alan Lazar, MD, FACS

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Florida

Dr. Alan M. Lazar has 43 years of experience in the field of Orthopedic Surgery. He earned his BS in Pre-Medicine and Psychology from Brooklyn College and his MD from New York Medical College. He completed his internship in General Surgery at Saint Vincent's Catholic Medical Center and his residency in Orthopedic Surgery at New York Medical College. Today, this expert is board certified in...

Dr. Michael Gombosh, MDView profile

ID: 15077

Dr. Michael Gombosh, MD

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Florida

This highly qualified expert earned his BS in microbiology and immunology followed by his MD at the University of Miami. He completed an internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at Jackson Memorial Hospital, as well as a fellowship in orthopedic surgery/sports medicine at Cleveland Clinic. He is a member of several prestigious organizations including the American Orthopedic Society for...

Dr. Peter David Candelora, MD, FAAOSView profile

ID: 158180

Dr. Peter Candelora, MD, FAAOS

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Florida

Dr. Peter D Candelora has 33 years of experience in the field of Orthopaedic Surgery. He earned both his BS and his MS from Bucknell University before obtaining his MD from the Tulane University School of Medicine. After completing an internship in Transitional Medicine at Charity Hospital, he went on to complete a residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the Tulane University School of Medicine....

Dr. Kevin Paul O'Donnell, MDView profile

ID: 1880475

Dr. Kevin O'Donnell, MD

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Florida

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New Jersey

Dr. Kevin P. O'Donnell has 6 years of experience in Orthopaedic Surgery. He earned his MD from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and his BA in Biochemistry from Jacksonville University. After completing a residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at Jackson Memorial Hospital, he completed a fellowship in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute. Today, this expert is...

Dr. James Rheuben Andrews, MDView profile

ID: 2119375

Dr. James Andrews, MD

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Florida

Dr. James R. Andrews has 51 years of experience in the field of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine. He earned his BS from Louisiana State University and his MD from the LSU Health New Orleans School of Medicine. After completing his residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the Tulane University School of Medicine, he went on to complete a fellowship in Hand Surgery and Athletic Medicine at the...

Dr. Robert Leland Murrah, MD, FAAOSView profile

ID: 27055

Dr. Robert Murrah, MD, FAAOS

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Florida

Dr. Robert L. Murrah has 34 years of experience in the field of Orthopaedic Surgery. He earned his BA in Biochemistry from Duke University and his MD from the Duke University School of Medicine. After completing his residency in Orthopedic Surgery at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, he went on to complete his fellowship in Sports Medicine at Duke University Medical Center. Today, this expert is...

Dr. Joseph Brad Chalal, MD, FACS, FAAOSView profile

ID: 694210

Dr. Joseph Chalal, MD, FACS, FAAOS

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Florida

Dr. Joseph Chalal has 36 years of experience in the field of Orthopedic Surgery with a subspecialty in Sports Medicine. He earned his BA in Biology from Lafayette College and his MD from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. After completing his residency in General Surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and in Orthopedic Surgery at...

The Average Sports Injury Expert Witness
Charges $967 / Hour

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  • Review Fee

    $700

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  • Deposition Fee

    $975

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  • Court Fee

    $1225

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Sports Injury Expert Witness FAQs

A sports injury expert witness provides specialized knowledge on sports-related injuries, their causes, prevention, and treatment. They can offer crucial insights in cases involving negligence, product liability, or malpractice.

These experts can handle cases related to improper coaching techniques, faulty equipment, inadequate safety measures, player misconduct, and medical malpractice in treating sports injuries.

They can provide an objective analysis of the injury, its cause and impact. Their testimony can establish if the injury was preventable or due to negligence, helping determine liability.

Yes, some experts specialize in specific sports or types of injuries like concussions or spinal injuries. Others may focus on areas like athletic training or physical therapy.

Each sport has unique rules, equipment, and risks. An expert with specific sport experience will have deeper understanding of these factors and their potential contribution to the injury.

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