Brain Injury Research
Retaining a Lawyer: Six reasons to promptly retain a lawyer after a family member suffers a severe brain injury
Compelling reasons to seek experiences legal advice as early as possible
R. Brian Webster, LLB
Comparing approaches to MTBI within Canada, the UK, USA and Hong Kong
This international survey of medical and legal professionals examines their experiences dealing with the issue of mild traumatic brain injury
R. Brian Webster, LLB
Living With Brain Injury - Chapter 13: Legal Issues Following Brain Injury
A discussion of the issues which arise following a brain about which you must consult a lawyer
R. Brian Webster, LLB
Legal Issues:
Use and value of statistical evidence in courts testimony, an important factor for brain injury and rehabilitation issues
A review paper on Forensic Epidemiology: A systematic approach to probabilistic determinations in disputed matters.
Michael D. Freeman PhD, MPH, DC (Adjunct Associate Professor of Forensic Medicine
by: Drs. Michael Freeman, Annette Possignol & Michael Hand, Oregon, U.S.A.
Rehabilitation: Courtesy of your insurance company
ICBC’s rehabilitation regulations are designed to reduce claims by providing legitimate and adequate rehabilitation for their claimants. It’s a system that does work well, but as a health care professional it’s important to know how you fit into the rehabilitation process.
R. Brian Webster, LLB
The Total Lifestyle Approach in the Assessment of Damages
This article originally appeared in the December 7, 2007, issue of The Lawyers Weekly published by LexisNexis Canada Inc.
Daniel Corrin, LLB
Incorporating Not-For-Profit Organizations: Is it worth it?
A review of some of the challenges a support group may face when deciding on an appropriate structure
Daniel Corrin, LLB
Compensation
Accessing Funding for Brain Injury Survivors
An overview of the different methods through which funds might be obtained, availability, criteria, and consideration for access
R. Brian Webster, LLB
Quantum Considerations in Spinal Cord Injury Cases
An examination of commonly occurring issues in the presentation of damages in spinal cord injury cases
Daniel Corrin, Edward Good
Compensation and Brain Injury: Life Expectancy, Structured Settlements and the Tort System- Ensuring Adequate Compensation for the Catastrophically Injured
A discussion of how structured settlements are able to provide proper compensation to the survivor and meet their needs in the long run
R. Brian Webster, LLB
Structured Judgments - Section 55 Insurance (Motor Vehicle) Act
An overview of the structured judgment legislation which came into effect on Feb 1. 1998 in British Columbia
R. Brian Webster, et al
Expert Testimony
The Role of Expert Opinion in the Litigation Process
The opinions of experts are a fundamental component in properly developing the personal injury case for the plaintiff or defence
R. Brian Webster. LLB
The Expert's File- What must be disclosed & when
What should be producedand when is an incremental process with increased disclosure requirements at each stage of the process
R. Brian Webster, LLB
Strengthening Expert and Treating Recommendations to Secure Funding and Provide Compensation for TBI Survivors
A discussion of the pitfalls/dangers associated with expert recommendation and to suggest ways of strengthening opinions
R. Brian Webster, et al
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