Radiology Causation Analysis

Radiology Causation Analysis

In injury litigation, causation is often the central point of dispute.
While clinical treatment focuses on patient care, legal analysis requires a different standard whether imaging findings objectively support the claimed cause of injury.

Galaxy Readers provides radiology causation analysis designed specifically for defense attorneys. Our subspecialty radiologists evaluate whether imaging findings are consistent with the timing, mechanism, and forces involved in the alleged incident.

This analysis helps defense teams determine what the imaging truly shows and whether the medical narrative aligns with objective evidence.

Why Causation Matters in Litigation

Allegations of injury frequently rely on assumptions rather than imaging-supported conclusions.

Without expert review, claims may proceed based on:

  • Imaging findings unrelated to the incident

  • Pre-existing or degenerative conditions

  • Incidental abnormalities presented as causative

  • Mechanisms of injury not supported by physics or force

Radiology causation analysis brings clarity to these issues early in the case lifecycle.

What Our Radiologists Evaluate

Each causation-focused review includes detailed assessment of:

  • Whether findings demonstrate acute injury

  • Indicators of chronic or pre-existing conditions

  • Imaging characteristics related to timing

  • Consistency between findings and alleged mechanism

  • Absence of trauma-related markers

  • Whether imaging supports or contradicts causation claims

This level of analysis often becomes critical in exposure evaluation and defense planning.

Supporting Defense Strategy

Objective causation analysis allows defense counsel to:

  • Challenge unsupported causation opinions

  • Clarify medical assumptions before escalation

  • Strengthen negotiation and mediation positions

  • Prepare targeted deposition questioning

  • Support expert coordination and trial strategy

When imaging does not support the claimed cause, documenting that disconnect can materially affect case valuation.

Independent Subspecialty Expertise

Galaxy Readers works with board-certified, subspecialty-trained radiologists experienced in litigation-focused imaging review.

Our role is to provide objective, defensible analysis not advocacy allowing defense teams to proceed with clarity and confidence.

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If causation is disputed or unclear, Galaxy Readers can provide the imaging insight needed to support informed defense decisions. Contact Us