Understanding light sensitivity after head trauma
Light sensitivity, or photophobia, is one of the most commonly reported symptoms after a traumatic brain injury (TBI), yet it is also one of the most under-recognized. Many patients experience discomfort in bright environments, challenges using screens, and difficulty driving at night.
Sleep loss after head trauma: Long-term impacts on brain and vision
One of the most common and debilitating effects of traumatic brain injury is sleep disruption, affecting up to 70% of patients. Yet insomnia is rarely front and center in legal arguments, despite its direct connection to cognitive dysfunction and visual impairment.
When ‘clear' brain scans lead to legal mistakes
When building or defending a case involving traumatic brain injury (TBI), understanding the strengths and limitations of neuroimaging can be crucial. Attorneys handling TBI litigation often rely on CT or MRI results to validate injury claims, yet the clinical nuances of these scans are frequently misunderstood or misrepresented in court
Challenging the HGN field sobriety tests in DUI defense
In this featured episode of The Science of Toxicology Testing podcast, Dr. Steven Rauchman—a board-certified ophthalmologist and seasoned medical expert witness—examines the scientific flaws behind the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) test commonly used in DUI cases. Dr. Rauchman explains how these roadside eye tests lack the medical validity required for the courtroom.