Forensic Examinations for Medico-legal Purposes

Neuropsychological reports can be prepared for medico-legal purposes.  The most frequent scenario relates to head injuries sustained in motor vehicle accidents, for which a claim against the Road Accident Fund has been instituted.  Other contexts include examination for the purposes of curatorship, or medical malpractice suites.

The practice will act for either plaintiff or defendant. Our reports are objective and unbiased.  We serve to advise the Court and do not pander to the interests of plaintiff or defendant.

Referrals

We deal only with attorneys. We will not provide forensic medico-legal reports unless briefed by an attorney. Patients should not contact us directly for medico-legal reports.

Appointments

Appointments need to be made well in advance of the anticipated trial date as we are heavily booked up.  Please click here for contact details.

Contract

The attorney requesting the examination and report must sign a contract with practice prior to the patient being seen. This contract stipulates our terms and conditions. Clients will not be seen unless the contract has been signed.  The firm of attorneys is liable for all costs, irrespective of the source of their funds. This also applies to unsuccessful matters.

Fees

A schedule of fees may be obtained from the practice.  Attorneys are advised to ascertain the expected costs of the examination and report.  Fees are in line with the standard of the service and expertise provided and may be substantial.  The old adage of “you get what you pay for” applies.