Deposing physicians and medical experts is a critical part of discovery. This session covers the goals of these depositions for both plaintiff and defense attorneys, how to prepare effectively, how to identify relevant medical experts, questioning strategies, and how to obtain or challenge key evidence and opinions.
Originally presented as part of Perspectives on Medical Evidence.
Credits: 1.25 General, 0 Diversity/Inclusion PR, 0 MH/SA PR, 0 Other PR
Expires 05/01/2027
Deposing physicians and medical experts is a key component of the discovery process. This session addresses:
• The purpose and goals of these depositions as a plaintiff or defense attorney
• How you should prepare for the deposition
• Identifying relevant medical experts
• Questioning strategies
• Getting the evidence/opinion you need - challenging the evidence/opinion presented
John Bruegger, Parafinczuk Wolf, P.A., St. Louis
Lawrence Kream, Lawrence R. Kream Law Offices, Chicago
Paul Motz, Segal McCambridge, Chicago
Thomas Reuland, Reuland Law, LLC, Chicago
