
Jury-friendly expert reports
Clear, defensible reports designed for the courtroom
What to expect from expert reports with Dr. Rauchman
Dr. Steven H. Rauchman, MD, produces expert reports that are not only clinically accurate but strategically written for legal proceedings. His reports are structured to withstand scrutiny, support deposition testimony, and be easily understood by judges, juries, and attorneys alike.
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Clear headings, timelines, and topic organization
Sectioned content for easy reference during deposition or trial
Consistent formatting that aligns with legal documentation standards
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Clinical findings supported by diagnostic testing, medical records, and literature
Evidence-based reasoning that connects symptoms with injury mechanisms
Differentiation of causation, exacerbation, and pre-existing conditions
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Medical terms clearly defined and explained
Focus on clarity without compromising accuracy
Written for understanding by non-clinical audiences, including juries
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Opinions directly address causation, prognosis, functional impairment, and disability
Clear responses to attorney-supplied questions or court-ordered issues
Neutral tone, free of advocacy, with conclusions based on clinical evidence
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Written reports align precisely with live testimony
No contradictions or vague assertions
Supports seamless transition between written and verbal expert opinion
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Timely delivery of reports to meet litigation schedules
Availability for clarification, supplemental reporting, or revised statements as needed

Common consultation scenarios
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Independent medical evaluations (IME/DME)
Reports that clarify causation, impairment, and prognosis in personal injury, workers’ comp, and contested claims: Learn more >
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Disability and functional capacity cases
Objective documentation of how vision or neuro-visual conditions affect occupational ability and daily functioning
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Traumatic brain injury litigation
Explanation of complex neuro-visual symptoms in terms understandable to judges and jurors
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Ocular trauma and vision loss disputes
Detailed analysis of mechanism, severity, and permanence of injury with clear diagnostic support
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Rebuttal and response reports
Structured responses to opposing expert reports, identifying errors or unsupported conclusions
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Court-compliant expert disclosures
Court-compliant expert statements that outline methodology, findings, and opinions in accordance with procedural rules