Forensic Psychology Los Angeles CA

Forensic Psychology Expert Witness Services in Los Angeles, CA

Dr. Mara Tansman, Psy.D. has appeared as an expert witness in various California courts to testify about an individual's cognitive, emotional, or mental health status as a result of workplace physical injuries, traumatic events, learning disabilities, or their medical history.

As a forensic psychologist expert witness, she can also evaluate an individual's ability to make medical decisions, give informed consent, and competency in estate planning and will disputes. She can write a recommendation letter for pre-trial diversion ( diversion letter). She has also testified as to the appropriateness of other psychologist's and therapist's evaluations and diagnoses. She is capable to assist in Medical Board of California disciplinary actions concerning physicians, or surgeons and California Board of Psychology disciplinary actions. She can also assist the California State Bar association in disciplinary actions concerning attorneys.

Using intellectual and neuropsychological testing Dr. Tansman can prepare an independent report detailing the assessment of an individual’s current mental status, depression or anxiety levels, memory, attention deficits, learning issues, processing speed, and abstract reasoning. She has also consulted for cases involving workplace injuries, post-traumatic stress (PTSD), harassment, and workers’ compensation insurance. These assessments are vital in determining ability to continue employment, to make informed decisions and assess possible danger to themselves or others.

As a forensic psychology expert witness, Dr. Tansman has the appropriate academic credentials and years of experience to support her opinions. She will consult with attorneys to determine her qualifications for the testing required and has previously been deposed and appeared in court to support her conclusions.

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