{"id":18208,"date":"2026-03-17T18:44:40","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T18:44:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/janemcnaught.com\/dev\/?page_id=18208"},"modified":"2026-03-30T15:22:18","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T15:22:18","slug":"resources-for-attorneys","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/janemcnaught.com\/dev\/resources-for-attorneys\/","title":{"rendered":"Resources for Attorneys"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h1 class=\"w-post-elm post_title us_custom_6745946f has_text_color entry-title color_link_inherit\">Resources for Attorneys<\/h1><div class=\"w-separator size_small with_line width_default thick_2 style_solid color_secondary align_center\"><div class=\"w-separator-h\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Attorneys often seek expert consultation when psychological issues arise in litigation. The following information may assist attorneys in determining whether a forensic psychological evaluation may be helpful in a case.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs us_custom_fe8181e3 custom-tabs has_text_color style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_plus cpos_left\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"1663286356257-c8c4c983-abb3\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-1663286356257-c8c4c983-abb3\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">When should an Attorney Consider a Forensic Psychological Evaluation?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-1663286356257-c8c4c983-abb3\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>A forensic psychological evaluation may be appropriate when:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A plaintiff claims psychological injury or emotional distress<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0The case involves PTSD or trauma-related conditions<\/li>\n<li>Questions arise regarding causation of psychological symptoms<\/li>\n<li>There are concerns about symptom exaggeration or malingering<\/li>\n<li>Psychological issues may affect credibility or functioning<\/li>\n<li>Mental health factors are relevant to parenting ability or family dynamics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Early consultation with a forensic expert can help clarify what psychological questions may be relevant in the case.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"1663286356268-1e2d8bf3-cefe\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-1663286356268-1e2d8bf3-cefe\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">What is the Information Typically Needed for an Evaluation<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-1663286356268-1e2d8bf3-cefe\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Attorneys typically provide documentation that may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Medical and mental health records<\/li>\n<li>Employment records<\/li>\n<li>Deposition transcripts<\/li>\n<li>Prior psychological or psychiatric evaluations<\/li>\n<li>Relevant legal filings or discovery materials<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The reliability of forensic opinions is significantly affected by the scope and completeness of the underlying records.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"1663286428836-f744ad93-3494\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-1663286428836-f744ad93-3494\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Scope of Forensic Work<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-1663286428836-f744ad93-3494\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Forensic psychological services may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Independent psychological evaluations<\/li>\n<li>Consultation regarding psychological evidence in litigation<\/li>\n<li>Review and critique of other expert reports<\/li>\n<li>Preparation of written forensic reports<\/li>\n<li>Deposition and courtroom testimony<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each case is evaluated to determine whether the referral question falls within the scope of professional expertise and available evidence.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"1663286449269-546ffcd5-302a\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-1663286449269-546ffcd5-302a\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">What are the Professional Standards for Forensic Psychological Work?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-1663286449269-546ffcd5-302a\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Forensic psychological work is guided by professional standards designed to ensure scientific integrity and objectivity. These standards include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>APA Specialty Guidelines for Forensic Psychology<\/li>\n<li>Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct<\/li>\n<li>Established psychological assessment practices<\/li>\n<li>Applicable legal standards governing expert testimony<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Adherence to these guidelines helps ensure that forensic opinions are methodologically sound and professionally responsible.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_d883926b\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Questions? 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