Wernicke Encephalopathy: Could a Medical Condition Be Overlooked in a Criminal Case?
Wernicke Encephalopathy: Could a Medical Condition Be Overlooked in a Criminal Case? Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome is one of the best-known neurological complications of thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency. It encompasses two related conditions: Wernicke encephalopathy (WE), an acute neurological emergency requiring prompt treatment to prevent death and serious neurological complications, and Korsakoff syndrome (KS), a chronic neurological […]
Neglect
Neglect Neglect is a complex issue that is often not straightforward from either a medical or legal perspective. When concerns arise regarding a child’s health and growth, a comprehensive review of medical records by a forensic medical expert can help identify underlying medical conditions or contributing factors that may be affecting the child’s overall health […]
Assault and Great Bodily Injury
Assault and Great Bodily Injury In assault and attempted murder cases, a central responsibility is evaluating injury severity to determine whether it meets the legal thresholds for Great Bodily Injury (GBI) or Significant Bodily Injury (SBI). These determinations often shape case outcomes. In some instances, it can be startling to learn that a single punch […]
Diabetes in DUI Cases
Diabetes in DUI Cases A quick review of Diabetes Statistically, approximately 10% of adults are diagnosed with diabetes (Deborah J. Wexler, 2026). Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition characterized by impaired carbohydrate metabolism, resulting in elevated or, in some cases, low blood glucose levels (Silvio E. Inzucchi, 2025). There are two primary types of diabetes: […]
Can someone consent after a head injury?
Can someone consent after a head injury? A mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI), often referred to as a concussion, can be caused by a variety of impact (Randolph W Evans, 2024). We often see this condition in cases of motor vehicle collisions and physical assaults. Regardless of the cause, all mTBIs share a common mechanism: an […]
Elder Abuse and Pressure Injuries
Elder Abuse and Pressure Injuries When does in home caregiving turn into abuse or neglect? In many criminal cases, Adult Protective Services and the police are called because an elderly patient arrives at the hospital with multiple and severe wounds called pressure ulcers- localized areas of damaged skin and tissue, often over a bony prominence, […]
Soft Tissue Injuries- Part 3
Soft Tissue Injuries- Part 3 Welcome back to the final part of the three-part series: Soft Tissue Injury! This multi part series explores soft tissue injuries through the lens of criminal law, offering attorneys insights into the distinct challenges these cases often present. It also highlights potential arguments that may arise during negotiation. In this […]
Soft Tissue Injuries- Part 2
Soft Tissue Injuries- Part 2 Welcome back to the Soft Tissue Injury Series! This multipart series explores soft tissue injuries through the lens of criminal law, offering attorneys insights into the distinct challenges these cases often present. It will also highlight potential arguments that may arise during negotiation. In this edition we will dive into […]
Soft Tissue Injuries- Part 1
Soft Tissue Injuries- Part 1 This 3-part series explores soft tissue injuries through the lens of criminal law, offering attorneys insights into the distinct challenges these cases often present. It will also highlight potential arguments that may arise during negotiation. In this first edition, we examine the fundamentals of soft tissue injuries, including how to […]
Diabetes in DUI Cases
Diabetes in DUI Cases In the recent months we’ve consulted on a number of DUI and assault cases where the defendant had diabetes and elevated blood sugars. In every case the sugar was around 300-400, which just isn’t high enough to account for any changes in mental status, despite meeting the criteria for DKA. So […]
