Medical-Legal Careers (IME, Expert Witness)

What is Medical-Legal Work?

Medical-legal work involves physicians providing medical expertise in legal contexts. This includes independent medical examinations (IMEs), expert witness testimony, and medical record reviews.

Types of Medical-Legal Work

Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs):

• Workers' compensation cases

• Disability evaluations

• Personal injury cases

Expert Witness:

• Malpractice cases (plaintiff or defense)

• Personal injury litigation

• Product liability cases

Record Review:

• Medical record analysis

• Chart review for attorneys

Compensation Range

• IME per exam: $500 - $2,000

• Record review: $300 - $600 per hour

• Expert witness testimony: $500 - $1,500 per hour

• Part-time income: $50,000 - $200,000+ annually