Depression in Personal Injury Cases

By Dr. Janet Meehan, Consultant Psychiatrist

Posted 16 July 2024

6 Minute Read

Psychologist taking notes during a therapy session, highlighting the role of mental health assessment in personal injury cases involving depression.

Tags:

  • Depression Claims
  • Psychiatric Negligence
  • Mental Health PI
  • Suicide Risk Assessment
  • Psychiatrist Expert Witness

Expert Disciplines:

  • Psychiatry

About The Author

Dr. Janet Meehan

Dr. Janet Meehan

Consultant Psychiatrist

Dr. Janet Meehan is a Consultant Psychiatrist with specialist expertise in psychiatric impairment, disability assessments, and risk evaluation for depression and suicide. She brings extensive experience across a wide range of mental health conditions and offers examinations in Liverpool or via video consultation.

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Depression in Personal Injury Cases: Medico-Legal Guidance