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International Expert Consultant
Prof. Hegarty is a highly respected expert witness with 15 years of experience in medicolegal cases involving pain. He provides reports for both medical negligence and personal injury claims, with 80% of his instructions coming from claimants and 20% from defendants. He specialises in various areas of pain management, including neuropathic pain, whiplash injury, chronic pain syndromes, and more. He's given many lectures on the topic and has extensive experience in report writing.
Additionally, Prof. Hegarty's expertise in multi-disciplinary pain management and long-term cost analysis on an individual basis make him a valuable asset in complex cases.
Clear, Uncomplicated Reports
Professor Hegarty is highly regarded for providing clear and valuable medical reports, even in complex cases. He includes a clinical overview, cost analysis, and rehabilitation costing as needed, and compares clinical progress in follow-up reports. He uses up-to-date evidence-based literature and 16 years of clinical expertise to assist the court. He has been called on to provide independent analysis for pre-trial due diligence and to help the court in complex cases. His reports have been praised by judges, barristers, and solicitors as some of the best they've seen, and have helped clients achieve favourable outcomes and avoid costly legal proceedings.
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Court Attendance, International Speaker
As a respected and experienced expert witness, Professor Hegarty is available to attend court and provide his expertise to assist the proceedings. With his international reputation as a speaker in his field, he can make substantial contributions and provide clear information. He conducts pre-proceeding consultations with Senior Council to ensure his attendance is productive.
Professor Hegarty's contribution in court has been known to make a significant impact on the outcome of cases. He has a deep understanding of complex medical issues and can communicate them in a clear and concise manner. His impartiality and ability to present his opinions in a way that benefits the court is a testament to his professionalism.
Additional Services
Prof. Hegarty is prepared to meet to discuss the details of his report in advance with Senior Council in order to clarify any concerns before proceedings.Where a court attendance or pre-proceeding consultations are required solicitors are advised to contact the office directly well in advance to make the appropriate arrangements.