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Psychiatric Injury

These assessments provide clinical evidence of specific psychiatric disorders caused by workplace incidents or chronic stressors. Unlike general stress claims, these reports focus on identifying “recognisable psychiatric illnesses” required to meet the legal threshold for damages in employment litigation.

Overview

When this report is required

  • Secondary victim claims following a traumatic workplace event
  • High-value injury to feelings claims involving psychiatric collapse
  • Harassment and bullying litigation resulting in clinical depression or PTSD
  • Breach of contract claims where psychiatric injury is the primary loss

What the expert assesses

  • Presence of a recognisable psychiatric disorder
  • Causation relative to workplace triggers
  • Pre-existing vulnerability and apportionment
  • Condition severity using psychometric scaling
  • Future treatment costs and prognosis

Report specification

Element Detail
Assessment Setting Clinic, Remote
Court Acceptance Employment Tribunal, County Court
Compliance CPR Part 35
CPR Part 35 Compliant Digital Delivery Urgent Instructions

Specialist expertise

Consultant Psychiatrist Clinical Psychologist Trauma Specialist
While these are the primary specialists engaged for this instruction type, please note that every case turns on its own facts. Complex or multi-disciplinary cases may require a bespoke team of experts. Our case managers will review your specific instruction to ensure the correct clinical match.