Orthotics Expert Witnesses

An orthotic expert witness, with specialized knowledge in the design, function, and application of orthotic devices, can provide invaluable insights in legal cases involving medical malpractice, product liability, workers' compensation, or personal injury. Their expertise typically covers a range of areas, including the appropriateness of prescribed orthotic devices for specific medical conditions, the correct fabrication and fitting of these devices, and the standard of care expected within the orthotic profession. They may opine on whether an orthotic device was necessary, correctly designed, and properly fitted to the patient, and if its use—or misuse—contributed to the patient's injury or condition. Additionally, these experts can discuss the potential impacts of a malfunctioning or ill-fitted orthotic device on a patient's health, offering insights into how deviations from standard practices may have led to worsened medical outcomes or further injuries. Their testimony can be crucial in establishing the liability of healthcare providers, orthotic manufacturers, or other parties involved in the provision and use of orthotic devices.