A complex workers' compensation case involved the death of an employee due to a pulmonary embolism that occurred three months after an on-the-job injury. Our client required a highly specialized pulmonology expert to determine if there was a link between the injury and the fatal event. The intricacies of the medical issues at hand necessitated an independent review of medical records to assess the role of the blood clot in the respiratory system.
The Case Challenge
The legal proceedings hinged on whether there was a direct relationship between the workplace injury and the subsequent death of the employee. Initially, the legal team considered engaging a vascular expert but realized that insights into pulmonary pathophysiology were crucial. Our medical expert witness case intake team was tasked with identifying a credentialed expert with a deep understanding of pulmonary medicine—specifically, one who could articulate the complexities of a pulmonary embolism.
The Expert Solution
Responding to the attorney's revised focus, our case intake team utilized our extensive medical expert witness panel to identify suitable candidates. After meticulously reviewing qualifications and experience, our clients selected a triple board-certified expert (internal medicine, critical care medicine, and pulmonary medicine) with substantial clinical experience in managing critical care patients in an ICU setting. The expert's academic and professional credentials were critical in ensuring the testimony could withstand scrutiny under cross-examination.
The Outcome
The selected medical expert witness prepared a comprehensive review of the case materials, elucidating the medical trajectory leading to the employee's death. The expert's written testimony contributed to a favorable settlement for the client before the hearing date. His insights were instrumental in clarifying the medical causation, which ultimately facilitated a swift resolution of the case.
How IMS Can Help
We provide access to more than 700 top-tier medical experts covering 220+ areas of clinical focus. Our case management and intake teams are professional and deadline-driven, ensuring seamless support that enables you to select the best-aligned expert for your case and alleviate administrative burdens. Whether you require advisory services, a radiology or medical records review, or expert testimony, our trusted process helps you stay on track. Contact our team to request an expert today.
