Forensic & Medico-Legal Services
Dr. O’Connor is available for a wide range of forensic and medico-legal evaluations, drawing on extensive experience in clinical neuropsychology and psychological assessment. She provides thorough, evidence-based opinions tailored to legal and administrative needs.
Her services include:
Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs)
Objective evaluations conducted to determine the presence, extent, and impact of psychological or neuropsychological conditions, typically requested by attorneys, insurers, or employers.
Fitness for Duty Evaluations (FFDs)
Assessments to determine whether an individual is psychologically and cognitively capable of safely performing their job responsibilities, especially in safety-sensitive roles.
Competency to Stand Trial
Evaluations to determine whether a defendant has the mental and cognitive capacity to understand legal proceedings and assist in their own defense.
Criminal Responsibility
Assessments to determine whether a mental illness or cognitive condition impaired an individual’s ability to distinguish right from wrong at the time of an alleged offense.
Parenting Capacity / DCF Neuropsychological Evaluations
Comprehensive evaluations often requested by the Department of Children and Families (DCF) to assess cognitive, emotional, and psychological factors affecting parenting ability and child safety.