Category: Articles, Engineering, Resources for Attorneys, Resources for Experts, Working With Experts How to Choose a Pipe Failure Expert Witness TASA ID: What is required to perform a pipe failure analysis? Stress and Deflection Analysis: It is imperative to perform an accurate stress and displacement analysis. This is the job of a mechanical engineer. Often, the stresses and deflections of the pipeline, critical to the analysis, may only be determined accurately by computer analysis. Load History Analysis: An engineering analysis must be performed to assess the loading over the entire life of the pipe. This can only be performed by a mechanical engineer. The load and temperature history are critical to determining the lifespan of the pipe. Read more
Category: Articles, Business & Commerce, Communications, Financial/Economic, Insurance, Resources for Attorneys, Resources for Experts, Working With Experts TWO SIDES OF THE SAME COIN: Economic Damage Models Commonly Used in Life Insurance Policy Litigation TASA ID: 22346 When contesting the sale of a life insurance policy, the Plaintiff will typically seek economic damages for the alleged unsuitable nature of the policy sold. Two of the most prevalent economic damage models used in these types of litigation are the "alternative investment" and the "expectation" models. In the past, I have opined on economic damages regarding life insurance policies and found these models share common characteristics but often yield dramatically different results. Read more
Category: Articles, Appraisals / Valuations, Insurance, Resources for Attorneys, Resources for Experts, Working With Experts Trustee Duties When Overseeing Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts TASA ID: 22346 It is well settled that all trustees must act prudently in fulfilling their duties. However, not all trustees possess the same skills to administer a trust properly for the benefit of those beneficiaries. This is especially true regarding trustees of life insurance trusts. Read more
Category: Articles, Computer/Internet, Employment, Medical & Healthcare, Psychology/Psychiatry, Safety, Working With Experts Trust-Building in the Era of Telehealth TASA ID: 22108 In our rapidly evolving world, telehealth is taking center stage, transforming lives and revolutionizing healthcare delivery. However, one particular niche stands out: the treatment of eating disorders. With the rise of remote work and telehealth, a new era is dawning that brings unique opportunities for patients and providers alike. It’s part of a broader transformation in remote work - and life. Read more
Category: Articles, Education, Medical & Healthcare, Resources for Attorneys, Safety, Working With Experts The Role of a Burns Expert Witness in Personal Injury Cases TASA ID: 11869 Personal injury cases can be complex and emotionally charged legal battles, often revolving around severe injuries that have a lasting impact on the lives of those involved. In cases involving burns, the expertise of a burns expert witness becomes invaluable. Among the professionals who can fulfill this role effectively is a plastic surgeon. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the essential role that a plastic surgeon serves as a burns expert witness in personal injury cases. Read more
