Paediatrics Expert Testimony & Reports

In cases where abuse or non-accidental injury is suspected, a paediatrician’s analysis of clinical findings, injury patterns, and medical history is often critical to determining whether a child’s presentation is consistent with accidental trauma. Our Paediatrics Expert Witnesses are regularly instructed to assess the likelihood of inflicted harm, working in accordance with safeguarding protocols and providing objective, clearly structured evidence to assist the court in understanding and dealing with emotionally charged circumstances.

When children present with neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism, ADHD, or global developmental delay, expert paediatric insight can clarify how those conditions may affect behaviour, comprehension, or capacity. This is especially relevant in family proceedings, or where a child’s conduct is being interpreted in a criminal or care context. Our Paediatric Experts are skilled in differentiating between behavioural concerns and underlying clinical causes, ensuring the court is fully informed before drawing conclusions.

In personal injury or clinical negligence matters, paediatric experts may be instructed to provide independent opinion on life expectancy and long-term outcomes following a serious injury or diagnosis. Whether the case involves cerebral palsy, genetic conditions, or complications arising from birth injury, our specialists provide evidence-based projections that help determine appropriate levels of compensation or care planning.

We routinely supply experts in paediatric subspecialties including respiratory disease, epilepsy, Type 1 diabetes, and gastrointestinal disorders. These experts are often called upon to assess whether a child received appropriate care, to comment on the consequences of delayed diagnosis, or to provide commentary on whether symptoms may have been misinterpreted or overlooked.

Our experts in neonatal medicine are experienced in evaluating cases involving complications during labour and delivery, including hypoxic brain injury, failure to diagnose sepsis, or delayed treatment in newborns. Their evidence often plays a pivotal role in medical litigation and inquiries, helping to establish whether the standard of care provided during the neonatal period was appropriate and timely.

In care proceedings, paediatricians are frequently instructed to give opinion on a child’s medical condition in the context of wider concerns about neglect, abuse, or developmental delay. Their ability to interpret clinical records, liaise with other professionals, and assess whether medical findings support concerns raised by social workers is essential in providing the court with a balanced, medically-informed view of the child’s welfare.