OPUS Medico Legal
Psychological Expert Witness
Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence & Employment
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 28 years’ experience providing expert evidence in personal injury, clinical negligence and employment cases.
I provide clear, well-reasoned opinions on diagnosis, causation, prognosis, and treatment.
My reports are prepared in accordance with CPR Part 35, and are written in plain English for use by
solicitors, counsel, and the court.
My opinions are independent, balanced, and evidence-based.
What I do
I undertake psychological assessment and provide independent expert opinion on:
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Diagnosis using established clinical criteria
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Causation, including complex and contested cases
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Prognosis and likely course of recovery
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Treatment recommendations
Reports are typically completed within two weeks of assessment.
Types of cases
I am regularly instructed in cases involving:
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Psychological impact of physical injury
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Clinical negligence and medical trauma
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Post-traumatic stress disorder and complex trauma
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Workplace injury, stress, bullying, and harassment
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Obstetric trauma and birth-related complications
Approach
Many cases involve more than a single issue.
I am often instructed when there are multiple contributing factors, pre-existing vulnerabilities, or questions about the reliability of the presentation.
My role is to provide a balanced, evidence-based opinion that the court can rely on.
Professional background
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Consultant Clinical Psychologist
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HCPC Registered
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Chartered Psychologist (BPS)
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Bond Solon Certified Expert Witness (CUEW)
Practical details
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Consulting rooms in London and Birmingham
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Remote assessments available
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Flexible appointment times