Expert Testimony

Life care planning, vocational, and economic opinions built to be tested, and experts prepared to defend them

Expert opinions should remain reliable when examined through deposition or trial testimony. Our experts identify the records, assumptions, and methods supporting each opinion and explain the limits of the available information. We accept engagements from plaintiff and defense counsel, and the same professional standards apply regardless of the retaining party.

Where We Testify

Our experts have testified in federal and state courts, in workers’ compensation and Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act proceedings, and in Social Security Administration disability hearings.

Preparation

  • Before the report: We confirm the questions counsel needs answered, the records we need, and the deadlines, and we raise early any gap in the record that could weaken an opinion.
  • Before deposition or trial: The testifying expert reviews material new records, opposing expert reports, and relevant research. The expert then determines whether the additional information affects any opinion, assumption, limitation, or calculation and makes any necessary disclosure or revision.
  • We assist counsel in understanding the methods, assumptions, supporting information, and limitations in an opposing life care plan, vocational report, or economic analysis.

Disclosure-Ready

Reports are prepared to meet expert disclosure requirements: Federal Rule 26(a)(2)(B) and state equivalents. CVs, testimony lists, publication lists, and fee schedules are available on request.

Fees and Independence

Our expert fees are never contingent on when or how a case resolves. Deposition and trial fees and our cancellation policy are set out in our rate schedule, available on request.

Our Testifying Experts

Trusted by Litigation Teams on Both Sides of the Docket

We work alongside plaintiff and defense counsel in federal and state courts across the country.

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Wonderful experience with both the expert and staff. Ms. Peralta’s reports have repeatedly provided my clients powerful support in their cases, particularly at the point of mediation. I’d be surprised to learn if any attorney in my office wasn’t already at least occasionally retaining you guys!

Our thanks to you, Ms. Peralta, and everyone else involved for your invaluable assistance, and we look forward to working with you all again in the future. Best regards.

Trusted Client

On behalf of our client and our team, a special thanks to you and Dr. Wolfson for your time, preparation, and assistance throughout this case. Your work was greatly appreciated.

I look forward to working together again soon.

Trusted Client

We are thrilled with the services provided by Stokes & Associates, especially the work of Todd Capielano and his staff. We highly recommend their team and trust only Stokes & Associates with the needs of our clients for life care planning.

Dewayne Burrell, The Burrell Firm

Trusted Client

Dr. Lastrapes, I’m so excited by how quickly you all are moving this along. It’s a breath of fresh air and very much appreciated.

Trusted Client

The lawyers at my firm and I have enjoyed working with Stokes & Associates on continuation of care projections in our cases. Clayton and his team provide outstanding support, in a timely manner, and at a fair price. Their life care plans are thorough, well-documented, and easy to understand, making them a valuable asset in presenting long-term needs clearly and effectively. They are responsive, professional, and knowledgeable. If you haven’t had the opportunity to work on a project with Clayton, I recommend you give him a shot.

Trusted Client

Mrs. Brandy Bradley, we recently settled this particular case. Thanks for all of your excellent work and assistance.

Trusted Client

I contacted Clayton to do a life care plan on a complex case with major long-term impairments. Clayton and his team quickly jumped on board by scheduling a meeting with me, reviewing all the records I provided, and directly contacting all necessary healthcare providers. Clayton took care of everything for me behind the scenes while also keeping me fully apprised with his progress. Towards the end, he gave me a preview of the expected results to make sure they aligned with the evidentiary standards I needed to satisfy. He also recognized the need for an additional report on future lost wages and recommended a colleague at Stokes who could create that. The final product was fantastic and added significant value to my case. I would hire Clayton again in a heartbeat and would recommend the same to anyone else.

Trusted Client

Thanks for all your assistance in getting these reports done on short notice!

I will recommend your services around our office, and I’ll be in touch in the future.

Trusted Client

I was blown away by the report and will definitely engage Dr. Wolfson on my next case needing a life care planner. I look forward to working with you again in the future!

Trusted Client

Dr. Lastrapes, your report was a huge part of my negotiation, so thank you so much! It has been great working with you.

Trusted Client

Ms. Bradley, thank you for your help! You were fantastic! I will definitely keep you in mind for future cases.

Trusted Client

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