“In the absence of speech-language pathologists serving as experts in litigation involving communication and swallowing disorders, decisions can be reached without benefit of relevant opinions and facts. Without participation of SLPs, dispute resolution can be unsuccessful, patients can suffer, and the public at large can be adversely affected.”  

Seal, B. C., & Power-deFur, L. (In Press). Speech-language pathologists as expert witnesses. Rockville, MD: ASHA Press.