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Trying Spinal Fusion and Herniated Disc Cases Successfully

Learn strategies for handling spinal injury cases, from pre-trial to expert witness cross-examination, to maximize trial success.

Created byNYS Academy of Trial Lawyers
BeginnerUpdated Feb 19, 2025
Trying Spinal Fusion and Herniated Disc Cases Successfully

What You'll Learn

check_circleUnderstand the anatomy and medical implications of spinal fusion and herniated disc injuries.
check_circleLearn to effectively craft opening statements to present a compelling case to the jury.
check_circleMaster strategies for cross-examining defense experts, particularly those challenging injury severity.
check_circleDevelop techniques for tackling issues related to pre-existing medical conditions and aggravation of injuries.

About This Course

Join Evan Torgan for this in-depth course on litigating spinal fusion and herniated disc cases. He’ll discuss best practices for delivering compelling opening statements and conducting effective direct and cross-examinations of medical experts in spinal injury cases.

Topics List:

  • Introduction to Spinal Fusion and Herniated Disc Cases
  • Understanding the Medical and Legal Aspects of Spinal Injuries
  • Crafting a Persuasive Opening Statement for Herniated Disc Cases
  • Using Supporting Evidence in Spinal Injury Cases (Social Media, Surveillance, etc.)
  • Preparing and Cross-Examining Medical Experts in Spinal Injury Cases
  • Managing the Defendant’s IME (Independent Medical Exam) Reports
  • Ethical and Legal Considerations in Using Surveillance Evidence
  • Direct Examination of Medical Experts: Focus on Spinal Fusion
  • Addressing Pre-Existing Conditions and Aggravation of Injuries
  • Closing Arguments: Tying the Medical Evidence to the Plaintiff’s Suffering

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NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers
NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers
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The NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers is the largest statewide trial bar in the US with 5,700+ lawyer and judge members. We are committed to protecting, preserving and enhancing the civil justice system. Our highly acclaimed CLE programming features extraordinary presenters covering the most timely and important topics.

Evan  Torgan, Esq.
Evan Torgan, Esq.

Founding Partner of Torgan Cooper + Aaron

Evan Torgan is a New York City personal injury lawyer and the founding partner of Torgan Cooper + Aaron, where he concentrates his practice on plaintiff’s personal injury and medical malpractice litigation. In an industry judged by the amounts awarded to its injured clients, Evan Torgan has secured some of the highest verdicts and settlements for his clients. He has obtained numerous multimillion-dollar verdicts. Mr. Torgan is a graduate of Hofstra Law School, where he was an associate editor of the Law Review. Today, he co-authors a regular column with his friend and colleague Ben Rubinowitz, titled Trial Advocacy, in the New York Law Journal, and has been an adjunct professor at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, where he taught trial techniques and litigation. He has been a frequent lecturer for the New York State Bar Association, the New York State Trial Lawyers Association, the New York County Lawyers’ Association, the Queens County Bar Association, the Kings County Bar Association, and the Judicial Institute. He has also been a frequent instructor at the National Institute for Trial Advocacy and contributes his expertise to continuing education for New York State judges. Mr. Torgan has written and lectured on various aspects of trial practice. Mr. Torgan is a member of the Inner Circle of Advocates, an invitation-only group of the top 100 trial lawyers in the United States, who are recognized as "lawyers of excellent quality and integrity." He has been recognized by Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, and The Top 100 Trial Lawyers.

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