Psychiatric IMEs for Personal Injury & Civil Medico-Legal Cases
Wisdom to Deliver. Expertise that Stands Up in Court
PsycIME provides independent psychiatric assessments for a wide range of medico-legal matters outside the auto insurance framework. From slip and falls to dog bites to complex personal injury claims, we deliver expert psychiatric opinions that are neutral, appropriate, and grounded in clinical rigour.
Our reports help legal professionals establish psychiatric injury, determine causality, and assess functional impairment—all within the context of litigation or settlement strategy. With timely appointment availability, responsive coordination, and psychiatric specialists trained in legal testimony, PsycIME is the trusted partner for law firms across Canada.
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What Types of Medico-Legal Claims Do We Support?
We conduct psychiatric Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) for a variety of personal injury and civil cases, including:
- Dog bites and animal attacks
- Slip and fall incidents
- Assaults and trauma-related injury claims
- Negligence-related psychological harm
- Emotional distress or psychiatric impairment from liability events
Our assessments evaluate conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, somatic symptom disorder, and cognitive impacts—providing law firms with diagnostic clarity and well-supported opinions on causation and impairment.
Why Law Firms Refer to PsycIME for Medico-Legal Assessments
Our legal partners rely on us for assessments that are:
- Objective and unbiased—independent of insurer or defense influence
- Clearly structured to withstand scrutiny in litigation or mediation
- Delivered with a fast turnaround to support timely case progression
We understand the importance of clarity, precision, and timing in the litigation process. Our team ensures smooth coordination so you can focus on your legal strategy.
Court-Tested Experts and a Collaborative Approach
PsycIME’s psychiatrists are not only experienced clinicians but seasoned medico-legal experts. Many are regularly called upon for expert testimony and are well-versed in preparing reports that align with evidentiary standards.
Our team values communication and collaboration. We welcome pre-assessment calls to align on scope, post-assessment follow-up, and work closely with your legal team to ensure the assessment serves your file’s unique needs.
Ontario
To get a psychiatric evaluation in Ontario, you can be referred by a family doctor or access services through mental health clinics.
British Columbia
Getting a psychiatric assessment in BC typically requires a referral from a general practitioner or mental health provider.
Alberta
In Alberta, a general practitioner can refer a patient for a psychiatric evaluation when mental health concerns are present.
Locations for PsycIME Med-Legal Assessments
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
A Manitoba court can order a psychiatric exam if mental health is relevant to a legal case.
Atlantic Canada
An independent medical examination in New Brunswick provides an objective evaluation for legal or insurance assessments.
