Medical Evidence in Whiplash Cases

A vast number of personal injury claims relate to whiplash style injuries arising out of rear-shunt road traffic accidents. Medical Evidence in Whiplash Cases helps legal practitioners to interpret and act on the contents of technical and often complex medical reports.
* Explains by means of text and illustrations (including line drawings and x-rays) the intricacies of the anatomy of the neck and back
* Explores the impact in medical terms of a whiplash injury, including associated injuries to the lower back, the knees and the shoulder and the possible psychiatric repercussions
* Brings together in one place the opinions of leading expert witnesses on key medical issues arising in relation to whiplash cases
* Offers a guide to preparation of the medical evidence in a case, specifically obtaining, disclosing and managing records
* Examines the issue of quantum in whiplash claims