Preparing for Deposition for Amputation Cases

Deposition preparation in amputation cases focuses on prosthetic cost quotations, replacement intervals, and the vocational analysis supporting residual earning capacity.

Checklist

  1. Verify all prosthetic cost quotations are current
  2. Confirm replacement intervals match manufacturer specifications
  3. Review vocational opinion step-by-step
  4. Prepare on advanced-technology cost disputes

Questions to ask the expert

  • How did you source component costs?
  • What intervals did you apply and why?
  • How did you evaluate myoelectric or osseointegration recommendations?

Timeline

2 preparation sessions.

Required documents

  • Prosthetist quotes
  • Replacement interval documentation
  • Vocational report

Common pitfalls

  • Stale cost data
  • Over-reliance on national averages

Frequently Asked Questions

How are advanced prosthetic technologies defended in deposition?

With treating prosthetist recommendation and documented cost rationale.

References

  1. Amputee CoalitionOrganization

Ready to Get Started on amputation cases?

Contact KWVRS to discuss scope, timing, and the deliverables appropriate to the matter. Plaintiff and defense.