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Can I Claim Psychological Damages in Personal Injury Claims?

When involved in a personal injury case, the focus often turns to physical injuries. However, the psychological toll can be equally significant. Emotional trauma, anxiety, and depression are common after such incidents, leading many to question whether psychological damages are compensable. In personal injury claims, [Read more]

Can my Family Doctor Conduct my IME and/or CME?

Understanding whether a family doctor can conduct an Independent Medical Examination (IME) or Compulsory Medical Examination (CME) requires clarity on the roles and requirements of these evaluations. Florida Forensic Psychology, located in Miami Lakes, Florida, provides objective and independent psychological assessments for a range of [Read more]

When Might a Forensic Evaluation be Necessary?

Forensic evaluations are a key component in legal cases where mental health and emotional states are central to understanding the issues at hand. Florida Forensic Psychology, based in Miami Lakes, Florida, conducts independent assessments for criminal, civil, and immigration cases across 35 states and the [Read more]

How is a Forensic Assessment Different from a Clinical Assessment?

Psychological assessments play a pivotal role in understanding mental health, but their purposes vary depending on the context. Forensic assessments are designed to address legal questions, while clinical assessments focus on diagnosing and treating mental health conditions. These differences in goals, methodologies, and applications highlight [Read more]

What is a Forensic Assessment?

Forensic assessment plays a pivotal role in the intersection of psychology and the legal system. It involves the objective evaluation of psychological factors to provide insight into various legal matters. Florida Forensic Psychology, based in Miami Lakes, Florida, conducts these assessments with unwavering objectivity, offering [Read more]

Do Forensic Psychologists Do Criminal Profiling?

Criminal profiling is often sensationalized in popular media, leading to misconceptions about the responsibilities of forensic psychologists. While profiling involves predicting traits and behaviors of potential offenders, forensic psychologists have a different, more defined role in the legal system. At Florida Forensic Psychology, we focus [Read more]