Personal Injury Services in Texas
for law firms
Forensic mTBI Assessments For Personal Injury Cases:
OCAT® is the Gold Standard for forensic mild traumatic brain injury assessments. We utilizes a comprehensive suite of purpose-built tools and technologies to assess the extent and nature of known head injuries. OCAT® helps you prepare for trial with a clear understanding of the extent and nature of your client’s mTBI and the consequential loss of function.
All procedures performed by OCAT® meet Frye & Daubert Standards of admissibility.
Our Process
From Start to Finish
Case Received
Law firm contacts OCAT® to request a
forensic mTBI assessment for their client
Referral
OCAT® obtains referral from medical provider
Scheduling
OCAT® confirms testing date and location
with client
Testing
Client has 2-hour testing performed
with OCAT® Certified Clinician
Report
Report is generated by OCAT® and provided to Law Firm
Gain the Edge in Personal Injury Litigation with OCAT®
Accurate and Objective Evidence
Provide undeniable, scientifically backed evidence of the extent and nature your client’s cognitive deficits with OCAT® ’s battery of tests, including eye tracking, computer-administered neurocognitive testing, health questionnaires, EEG acquisition, and qEEG analyses.
Unlike traditional methods that rely solely on self-reported symptoms, OCAT® translates accurate, objective, and quantitative test data into easily digestible imaging and visualizations to help attorneys quickly and effectively communicate the scope and severity of their clients cognitive dysfunction. This visual support quickly distills complex information for adjusters, judges, and juries.
Comprehensive Documentation
Legal cases involving TBIs often require meticulous documentation of the injury’s impact on the individual’s life. OCAT® is a comprehensive report that outline the specific cognitive impairments, emotional changes, and physical limitations resulting from the TBI. These detailed reports serve as a valuable resource for lawyers, allowing them to clearly demonstrate the severity of their client’s brain injury and the extent of its effects in court.
Informed Legal Strategy
With OCAT® , legal teams can develop more informed and effective legal strategies. The data collected can help personal injury attorneys understand the unique challenges their clients are facing and tailor their approach accordingly. For example, if a TBI has led to memory deficits or impaired decision-making, this information can be used to argue for compensatory damages that consider the long-term impact on the individual’s quality of life.
Establishing Causation
Proving causation is often a critical aspect of TBI cases. OCAT® can help legal teams establish linkage between the traumatic event and the resulting cognitive or emotional impairments. These assessments provide a snapshot of the individual’s cognitive abilities following the accident, helping to demonstrate how the TBI is affecting their cognitive and emotional functioning.
Collaboration Between Medical and Legal Experts
OCAT® helps to facilitate effective collaboration between medical professionals and legal experts. This multidisciplinary approach allows for a more thorough examination of the TBI, ensuring that no aspect of the injury’s impact is overlooked. The synergy between medical knowledge and legal advocacy leads to a more compelling case presentation and a higher likelihood of achieving favorable outcomes.
Enhanced Communication with Juries and Judges
Complex medical concepts can be challenging to communicate to juries and judges who lack medical expertise. OCAT® simplifies the presentation of evidence by providing clear visual representations of the TBI’s effects. These visual aids help judges and juries grasp the extent of the injury’s impact, making it easier for them to empathize with the victim’s situation and render fair verdicts.
How We Can Help Your Case:
Integrated neurocognitive assessments have emerged as a powerful tool within the legal landscape, especially for cases involving traumatic brain injuries. By providing accurate, objective, and comprehensive data, these assessments enable law firms to build stronger cases, establish causation, and advocate more effectively for their clients. As the legal and medical fields continue to intersect, the integration of neurocognitive assessments stands as a testament to the potential for innovation in improving legal advocacy and securing justice for those affected by traumatic brain injuries.
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