Causation in Personal Injury Cases: What Psychological Evaluations Can ClarifyWhen psychological symptoms appear after an accident, assault, medical event, or other alleged injury, the timing may suggest a relationship. Timing alone, however, does not establish...

Gender Disparities in the Criminal Justice SystemHistory The relationship between gender and the justice system has deep historical roots. Even some of the earliest legal codes, dating back to 1754 BCE, treated the accused differently based on gender, reflecting...

Assessing Malingering in Civil Cases: Tools and Indicators of Symptom ExaggerationWhat is Symptom Exaggeration?  Symptom exaggeration is the intentional or unintentional over-reporting of genuine physical or psychological symptoms (Ebrahim et al., 2015; Sreenivasan et...

How Mental Health and Trauma Influence Criminal SentencingThe criminal justice system has historically prioritized punishment and deterrence. However, emerging research highlights the profound role of mental health conditions and traumatic experiences in shaping...

Discovering the Truth: The Critical Role of Validity Testing in Personal Injury EvaluationsDiscovering the Truth: The Critical Role of Validity Testing in Personal Injury Evaluations Personal injury claims often center on highly subjective reports of pain, emotional...

Emotional distress is a significant component of personal injury cases, often impacting the plaintiff’s mental health and overall well-being. Understanding and accurately assessing emotional distress is crucial in legal contexts, as it can influence the outcome of personal injury claims.

How do I retain a forensic psychologist? What is involved and how long will it take? Answers to common questions.

It is estimated that 70% of adults in the United States have experienced at least one traumatic event. Some will end up in court. A Forensic Psychologist evaluates such cases.

Among individuals aged 12 or older, 61.2 million people, approximately 21.9% of the United States population, used illicit substances within the last year. Of this

Does having a mental illness increase a person’s likelihood for violence? In most cases, it does not.