Med Legal Services
Independent Orthopedic Expertise for Personal Injury & Workers' Comp Cases
Dr. Mangiapani provides independent, evidence-based orthopedic evaluations and expert opinions in matters involving musculoskeletal injury, impairment, causation, treatment, and standard of care. He works with plaintiff and defense attorneys, insurance carriers, employers, and governmental agencies. His approach is objective, thorough, and grounded in current orthopedic practice.
Independent Medical Examinations (IME)
In-person evaluations for personal injury, workers' compensation, and disability claims, with objective findings on diagnosis, causation, and treatment necessity.
Medical Record & Imaging Review
Comprehensive review of medical charts, operative reports, and diagnostic imaging (X-ray, MRI, CT) to support case screening, causation analysis, or rebuttal review — for plaintiff or defense.
Expert Reports & Written Opinions
Clear, well-supported narrative reports addressing the specific medical questions in your case, grounded in current standards of care and peer-reviewed literature.
Deposition & Trial Testimony
Available for sworn deposition and courtroom testimony, with plain-language explanations of complex orthopedic and surgical issues for judges and juries.
Medical-Legal Liens / Letters of Protection
For patients pursuing a personal injury claim, Dr. Mangiapani accepts cases on a lien basis — surgical and post-operative care can proceed without upfront payment, with cost estimates provided to counsel in advance.
Clinical Trial / DMC Consulting
Serves on Data Monitoring Committees for orthopedic device and biologic clinical trials, bringing an added layer of regulatory and research-oversight experience to case review and expert opinion work.