Toxicology and human health risk assessments are complex topics. Translating them for the benefit of a judge or jury requires both sound science and excellent communication skills. Intertox provides expert witness services, toxicological data review, and independent toxicological research for both plaintiff and defense attorneys. The firm’s toxic tort experience includes large-scale class action cases as well as small cases involving individual health claims due to environmental chemical, pharmaceutical, and biological exposures.
Strategic Planning
Intertox works closely with attorneys and other technical experts to craft strategies on how to obtain the best scientific data to support or negate the scientific aspects of each case. We are particularly skilled at evaluating other experts’ scientific data and if merited, developing sound scientific support for attorneys. Our scientists advise on the technical merit of real or threatened lawsuits and testify on behalf of attorneys as requested.
Scientific Evaluation
Intertox’s multi-disciplinary team is adept at discovering the scientific basis of complex issues. We routinely conduct risk assessments to determine whether a suspected chemical or biological agent can cause the alleged health effect. This discovery allows clients to examine their case from various angles and can significantly strengthen a client’s legal position.
Expert Witness Testimony
Intertox is often called upon to testify in depositions, arbitration and trials on behalf of both the defense and plaintiff. In each instance, Intertox adheres to objective examination of the evidence, and relies upon sound science to deliver its testimony.