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James Christopoulos, J.D., M.A. is an economic damages expert specializing in damages, present value loss, and lost profits litigation. With a career encompassing economic consulting and legal expertise, he brings a multifaceted analytical framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating economic damages, assessing lost earning capacity, and evaluating whether present value calculations are accurate. Mr. Christopoulos has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across California, involving business damages, lost earnings, and pension loss cases. His Master of Arts in Economics, along with his Juris Doctor, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of economic causation in disputes involving lost income and medical care costs.

Expert Witness

Matthew Sarkar, B.Eng (Hons), M.Des (RCA), Dipl.I.C, PGCert (IP Law) is a Medical Devices and Intellectual Property expert specializing in patent litigation support and expert consulting. With a career spanning medical device engineering, inhalation technology, and digital medicine, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating patent infringement, assessing intellectual property licensing, and evaluating whether drug-device combination products meet regulatory standards. Mr. Sarkar has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States and Europe, involving Hatch-Waxman cases, device patents, and connected health technologies. His B.Eng (Hons) in Engineering from Imperial College, along with an M.Des (RCA) from The Royal College of Art and a PGCert (IP Law) from Brunel University, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving medical devices and intellectual property.

Expert Witness in Burns and Reconstructive Plastic and Hand Surgery

Mr R N Matthews MBBS FRCS(Eng.) FRCS(Edin.) is a Burns and Reconstructive Plastic and Hand Surgery expert specializing in medicolegal practice for personal injury and clinical negligence cases. With a career encompassing extensive surgical training and leadership in plastic surgery, he brings a comprehensive understanding of reconstructive techniques and injury management to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating the extent of burns and scalds, assessing reconstructive surgical outcomes, and evaluating whether hand injuries align with standard medical practices. Mr. Matthews has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving cases of domestic and recreational injury, industrial injury, and road traffic injury events. His MBBS in Medicine from the University of London, along with his Fellowships from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and England, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving burns, reconstructive surgery, and hand injuries.

Expert in GP and Nursing Telephone Triage

Mrs Sally-Anne Pygall is a GP and Nursing Telephone Triage expert specializing in medical negligence cases. With a career dedicated to advancing clinical decision support systems and expert witness report writing, she brings a nuanced understanding of healthcare communication protocols to litigation work. Her work centers on investigating clinical decision-making processes, assessing adherence to triage protocols, and evaluating whether deviations from standard care occurred. Mrs. Pygall has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving medical negligence cases and healthcare communication systems. Her MSc in Evidence Based Practice from York University, along with certifications in Expert Witness Report Writing and Expert Witness Excellence in Report Writing from Bond Solon, reinforce her ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. She is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving telephone triage and consultation practices.

Mechanical Engineer

Dax B. Wells, PE is a mechanical engineering expert specializing in product liability and failure analysis of aerial lifts and agricultural machinery. With a career encompassing engineering, product safety, structural analysis, and compliance testing, he brings a practical engineering perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating equipment design failures, assessing operator interactions, and evaluating environmental factors impacting machinery safety. Mr. Wells has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to aerial work platforms, agricultural machinery, and construction equipment. His Master’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering, along with his Professional Engineer (PE) license, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving equipment safety and product defects.

Consultant Adult Congenital Cardiologist/Clinical Lead for ACHD/ Network Co-Director

Dr Damien Cullington MBChB (Hons) MD FRCP FESC DLM RCPathME is an Adult Congenital Cardiologist expert specializing in adult congenital heart disease and cardiac disorders in pregnancy. With a career encompassing clinical leadership and network co-direction, he brings a strategic perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating congenital cardiac anomalies, assessing cardiac complications during pregnancy, and evaluating whether heart failure management meets clinical standards. Dr. Cullington has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving cases of adult congenital heart disease and cardiac disorders in pregnancy. His MD in Heart Rate in Patients with Heart Failure, along with his CUBS Civil Law Certified Expert Witness certification, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving complex cardiac conditions.

Consultant Paediatrician

Dr Charlotte Kirk, MBChB, BSc, MRCP, M(Med)Sci is a paediatric safeguarding expert specializing in child protection examinations and forensic paediatric evaluations. With extensive experience in medical response to child assault, she brings a multidisciplinary perspective to her litigation work. Her work centers on investigating child protection cases, assessing forensic evidence, and evaluating whether medical standards were upheld. Dr Kirk has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving child protection and forensic paediatric cases. Her MBChB in Medicine from the University of Edinburgh, along with the Cardiff University Bond Solon Criminal Expert Certificate, reinforce her ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. She is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving paediatric safeguarding.

Consultant Spinal Surgeon

Michael Andrew Cass, MB BS, FRCS, FRCS(Trauma &Orthopaedics) is a spinal surgery expert specializing in musculoskeletal trauma and spinal injury litigation. With a career encompassing consultant roles and advisory positions, he brings a comprehensive understanding of spinal surgical practices to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating spinal trauma, assessing non-fusion treatment outcomes, and evaluating whether spinal injuries align with claimed causation. Mr. Cass has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across South-Eastern England, involving personal injury and accidental trauma cases. His MB BS degree from Charing Cross & Westminster Medical School, along with FRCS and FRCS T&O certifications, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving spinal injury and trauma.

Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon

Mr. Nick Gillham, MA, FRCS ED, FRCS ED ORTH is a Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery expert specializing in upper limb and ankle surgery, and trauma reconstruction. With a career encompassing clinical leadership and specialized surgical training, he brings a comprehensive perspective to litigation involving complex orthopaedic injuries. His work centers on investigating trauma reconstruction, assessing surgical outcomes, and evaluating whether standard of care deviations occurred in orthopaedic procedures. Mr. Gillham has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving cases of upper limb and ankle trauma, wrist fractures, and hand and wrist arthroplasty. His MA from Trinity College, Cambridge, along with his FRCS ED and FRCS ED ORTH certifications, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving orthopaedic surgery and trauma reconstruction.

Consultant Spinal Surgeon

Mr Matthew Newton Ede FRCS (TR&ORTH) is an expert spinal surgeon specializing in clinical negligence and complex spinal disorders. With a career encompassing both adult and pediatric spinal surgery, he brings a dual-focus perspective to litigation work involving spinal conditions. His work centers on investigating clinical negligence, assessing spinal injuries, and evaluating whether standard of care deviations have occurred. Mr. Newton Ede has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving cases of spinal injuries, military injuries, and degenerative spinal conditions. His MB ChB from Manchester, along with certifications such as Bond Solon Excellence in Report Writing and Bond Solon Court Room Skills, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving spinal surgery and related injuries.

Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Expert

Zachary Blankenship, DO is an Emergency Medicine Expert specializing in medical malpractice and standard of care litigation. With a career encompassing high-acuity urban trauma centers and medical education leadership, he brings a comprehensive perspective on clinical decision-making and procedural standards in emergency settings. His work centers on investigating medical documentation, assessing clinical decision-making, and evaluating whether standard of care deviations occurred. Mr. Blankenship has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements nationwide, involving cases of medical malpractice, trauma, and acute care. His Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from AT Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona, along with his New York medical license, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving emergency medicine and related fields.

Consultant General & Colorectal Surgeon

Geoffrey Pye BM BSc MSc DM FRCS FRCS(Ed) is a General & Colorectal Surgery expert specializing in medico-legal reporting and personal injury cases. With a career encompassing cancer services management and abdominal disease research, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating surgical outcomes, assessing medical negligence, and evaluating whether standard of care deviations have occurred. Mr. Pye has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving medical negligence and personal injury cases. His BSc in Medical Physics, along with his MSc in Medical Physics, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving general and colorectal surgery.

MATTHEW E. KARLOVSKY, MD FACS is a Urology and Urogynecology expert specializing in medical malpractice and surgical complications. With a career encompassing general urology, urogynecology, neuro-urological diseases, and genitourinary prosthetics, he brings a comprehensive clinical perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating device/product/implant injuries, assessing genitourinary cancer complications, and evaluating surgical complications in urology and urogynecology. Dr. Karlovsky has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Arizona, involving civil injury, criminal/sexual injury, and missed cancer diagnosis cases. His Doctor of Medicine from the State University of New York – Brooklyn College of Medicine, along with certifications from the American Board of Urology in Urology and Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving surgical complications and medical malpractice.

Consultant Colorectal and General Surgeon, Clinical Lead Colorectal Surgery

Mr Rakesh Bhardwaj MB ChB (Bris) MD (Lon) FRCS (Eng) FRCS(Ed) FRCS (Gen Surg) LLM is a colorectal surgery expert specializing in medical negligence and colorectal cancer diagnosis. With a career encompassing advanced colorectal surgical training and leadership roles, he brings a nuanced understanding of surgical standards and patient care protocols to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating breaches of duty, assessing causation in delayed diagnoses, and evaluating whether standard of care was met in surgical procedures. Mr. Bhardwaj has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving clinical negligence and colorectal cancer cases. His LLM in Medical Law, along with the Bond Solon Expert Witness Certificate, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving colorectal surgery and medical negligence.

Professor of Mechanical Engineering

Homayoon Kazerooni, Ph.D. is a robotics and exoskeleton systems expert specializing in litigation involving automated machinery and medical devices. With a career spanning bioengineering, human-machine systems, and mechatronics design, he brings a multidisciplinary framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating control algorithms, assessing ergonomics and human-machine interactions, and evaluating whether intelligent assist devices meet industry standards. Mr. Kazerooni has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to wearable and assistive devices, orthotic and prosthetic systems, and intelligent assist devices. His Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, along with his extensive academic and industry experience, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving robotics and medical devices.

Aviation Expert

Bert Botta, FAA Flight Instructor, certified is an aviation expert specializing in accidents and incidents involving flight crew and pilot error. With a career encompassing aviation safety, accident reconstruction, and pilot training, he brings a nuanced understanding of the complexities involved in aviation-related litigation. His work centers on investigating pilot error, assessing flight crew actions, and evaluating whether maintenance negligence contributed to aircraft accidents. Mr. Botta has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving corporate and general aviation accidents, business jet incidents, and aviator medical issues. His MA in Counseling Psychology, along with his FAA Flight Instructor certification, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving aircraft safety and pilot conduct.

Consultant in Emergency Medicine, Honorary Assistant Professor

Dr Anthony Bleetman, MD, PhD, FRCSEd, FRCEM, DipIMC RCSEd is an Emergency Medicine expert specializing in use of force medical implications. With a career encompassing air ambulance operations, trauma care, and pre-hospital emergency services, he brings a comprehensive understanding of the medical and tactical considerations in high-stakes environments. His work centers on investigating the medical implications of less-lethal weapons, assessing the safety of physical interventions, and evaluating whether standard care protocols were followed in emergency scenarios. Dr Bleetman has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving cases related to law enforcement, custodial settings, and emergency medical services. His PhD in Occupational Health, along with certifications such as FRCSEd, FRCEM, and DipIMC RCSEd, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving use of force and emergency medical care.

Consultant Ophthalmologist and Vitreo-Retinal Specialist

Mr Kurt Spiteri Cornish MD MRCOphthFRCOphth MSc is a Consultant Ophthalmologist and Vitreo-Retinal Specialist expert specializing in medico-legal reporting. With a career encompassing complex retinal surgery, cataract surgery, and medical retina, he brings a comprehensive clinical governance perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating breaches of duty, assessing causation, and evaluating condition and prognosis in ophthalmic disputes. Mr. Spiteri Cornish has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving personal injury, GMC fitness-to-practise, and fitness-to-drive cases. His MSc in Clinical Visual Science, along with the Bond Solon / Cardiff University Civil Expert Witness Certificate and Bond Solon Criminal Expert Witness training and certificate, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving vitreo-retinal surgery and medical retina issues.