Psychiatric examination in case of personal injury cases

Psychiatric examination in case of personal injury cases

In cases such as workplace accidents or traffic accidents, Sazyes is called in to indicate whether there is a medical-causal link between physical or mental health issues and a particular event. Also called psychiatric examination in personal injury cases. If the answer is affirmative, we also make a statement on any resulting limitations.

Legal liability

Medical-specialist reports in connection with legal liability can be established in various ways. 'Out of court', either the injured party or the liable party can take the initiative to do so, whether or not in coordination with the other party. Parties can also ask the judge for a 'preliminary expert opinion' to determine if they have a "case." Finally, the judge can also engage a medical expert, both at first instance and on appeal.

Civil liability of Psychiatric examination for personal injury

How does Psychiatric examination for personal injury work?

Application

Once the application for Psychiatric examination in personal injury is received by us, we will contact the individual within one business day to schedule the examination. The investigation will take place within 3 to 4 weeks.

The examination

A Psychiatric examination includes two interviews: first with a psychologist and the second with a psychiatrist. During the examination it may turn out that additional information is needed, this can be requested from the practitioners. The examination for personal injury takes place in accordance with the most current guidelines of the Dutch Psychiatric Association and the KNMG.

The report

The findings of the investigation are presented in a report. This report is submitted to both parties.

Information on progress

Our can inform you of the progress of the examination at any time.

Right of inspection and correction

The report is subject to the right of inspection and correction.