Exposing the Defense Expert Playbook

Defense experts often rely on a familiar set of arguments in traumatic brain injury cases. The challenge for plaintiff lawyers is knowing how to identify those themes and effectively challenge them. Welcome to Winning The TBI Case, hosted by trial lawyer Tom Crosley. Listen as Tom provides practical, powerful guidance for litigating traumatic brain injury cases. This podcast is meant for litigation attorneys who are ready to explore the essentials of TBI cases to confidently represent clients who have suffered traumatic brain injuries. Key Moments: 00:00 Introduction 01:21 Meet Dorothy Clay Sims 02:46 Dorothy's Motivation to Hold Defense Experts Accountable 07:32 How Dorothy Helps Lawyers 10:09 Common TBI Defense Themes 18:45 Proving Injury With Data 30:45 Trial Strategy & the Value of a Good Deposition 33:24 Key Takeaways In this episode, Tom sits down with attorney Dorothy Clay Sims, author of Exposing Deceptive Defense Doctors and a nationally recognized authority on defense medical testimony. Drawing on decades of experience, Dorothy discusses the recurring strategies she sees in TBI litigation and the patterns that appear again and again in defense opinions. She also shares practical steps lawyers can take to identify weaknesses in those opinions and build a stronger case for their clients. Dorothy shares insights on: Looking beyond the medical record to uncover critical evidence Challenging imaging and neuropsychological opinions effectively Researching and evaluating defense experts Preparing for deposition with a strategic purpose Avoiding common mistakes that can undermine a TBI case Whether you’re new to TBI litigation or looking to sharpen your approach, this episode offers practical guidance for recognizing and responding to the defense playbook. Connect Connect directly with Dorothy Clay Sims: https://dorothyclaysims.com Subscribe to Winning The TBI Case . And remember, don’t just listen to the strategies, implement them! https://crosleylaw.com/podcast