Health care fraud expert witnesses may write reports and opine on insurance coverage, insurance companies, and associated matters. In the news this week, Peter Enzinger, the former head of a medical supply company, was sentenced in Portland, ME, to 2 1/2 years in prison for health care fraud. Enzinger and…
Patents expert witnesses are qualified to testify on software patents, invention patents, and international patents, as well as related issues. Nicholas Carlson, deputy editor at Business Insider, writes that the U.S. International Trade Commission judges are expected to release findings in Motorola Mobility patent infringement cases against Microsoft Corp. this…
Insurance fraud expert witnesses may consult and testify on insurance claims, the insurance industry, insurance class actions, and associated topics. In the news this week, 16 people in Miami were charged with insurance fraud and grand theft for filing fraudulent personal injury protection insurance claims.
In Security for Bars, Taverns and Nightclubs, bars and taverns security expert witness Ralph Witherspoon, CPP, CSC, writes on Club Operation: Management decides which type customers it will attract based on the club’s location, the atmosphere and music format it provides, plus its advertising. Promotions of “two-for-one” drinks, $ .75…
Biomechanics expert witness James Kent defines Forensic Kinesiology Forensic Kinesiology is the application of human movement science either prior to or within the process of civil or criminal litigation. By applying the principles of normal and pathologic human performance analysis, which includes biomechanics, anatomy, physiology, pathology and clinical medicine, issues…
Workers’ compensation plans expert witnesses may testify on insurance policies, compensation claims, compensation benefits, and affiliated issues. In the news this week, the Massachusetts state Senate is evaluating legislation that would increase the penalty for business owners who do not have workers’ compensation insurance. Sponsored by Senator Katherine Clark, S519…
In Security for Bars, Taverns and Nightclubs, bars and taverns security expert witness Ralph Witherspoon, CPP, CSC, writes: Risks What are your risks (in dollars) for criminal or negligent acts by your employees or on your property? or, direct costs/loss for such acts? or, litigation costs? or, loss of reputation…
In Security for Bars, Taverns and Nightclubs, night club security expert witness Ralph Witherspoon, CPP, CSC, writes: Risks Some establishments have a history of fights or violence. These taverns or clubs often cater to a younger, more risk prone crowd. Trendy nightclubs, especially on weekends, may have long lines of…
In Alcohol Impairment, Robson Forensic bar and nightclub experts write that when when alcohol is identified as a factor in an injury incident, it is often assumed to be the only cause. Bars and lounges expert witnesses determine if alcohol played a causative or contributing role. Elizabeth A. Trendowski has…
Antitrust expert witnesses may provide reports concerning unfair trade practices, the free market, and the Clayton Act. In the news, the Justice Department and several states have sued Apple Inc. and major book publishers in an antitrust lawsuit alleging a conspiracy to raise the price of electronic books. US Attorney…