Forensic Neuropsychological & Psychological Services

Trusted Independent Medical Examination (IME) expertise IN idaho

Complex legal cases demand clear thinking, objective data, and an expert who can explain the science in plain language.

Dr. Audie Black is a board-certified Clinical Neuropsychologist who has experience conducting independent medical evaluations (IMEs) and medico-legal assessments across workers’ compensation, civil, and administrative matters.

When to Get Forensic Services for Neuropsychology

Attorneys, claims professionals, and agencies typically retain Dr. Black when they need:

A clear, evidence-based opinion on the impact of a brain injury or neurological condition on everyday and work functioning.
Expert differentiation between genuine cognitive or psychological impairment and non-credible or exaggerated presentations (including malingering).
Independent assessment of PTSD, depression, anxiety, or other psychiatric conditions following trauma, accidents, or occupational exposure.
Decision-making capacity opinions for high-stakes financial, medical, or legal questions.

Our goal is to offer precise, defensible opinions that help you move a case forward—whether toward settlement, trial, or administrative resolution.

Who Typically Requests Forensic Services?

Workers’ compensation surety
Third-party administrators
Auto insurers
Disability insurance carriers
Defense counsel
Plaintiff’s counsel
Elder law attorneys
Estate planning attorney
Employers

What Forensic Services Does Dr. Black Provide?

Neuropsychological IME (full cognitive / personality testing)
Psychological IME (diagnostic interview and psychological testing without cognitive testing)
Guardianship / conservatorship evaluation
Testamentary capacity
Fitness for duty
File review
Expert consulting

Common Conditions

Dr. Black evaluates a wide range of neurological and psychiatric conditions in the forensic context. Below are the most common presenting conditions. If your case involves a condition not listed here, our team is happy to review records and advise whether a neuropsychological or psychological IME is appropriate.

Neurological Conditions

Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Post-concussion syndrome
Psychological factors impacting chronic pain
Mild cognitive impairment
Alzheimer’s dementia
Vascular dementia
Atypical dementias (ex: Lewy body disease, frontotemporal dementia)
Post-stroke
Hydrocephalus
Seizure disorder
Malingering (i.e., malingered neuropsychological dysfunction)

Psychiatric Conditions

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) / post-traumatic stress injury (PTSI)
Pre-surgical psychological evaluation (e.g., SCS)
Depression
Anxiety
Bipolar disorder
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Somatic Symptom Disorder
Functional neurological disorder (formerly known as ‘conversion disorder’)
Malingering (i.e., malingered somatic / psychiatric disorders)

Every evaluation is structured, transparent, and designed to withstand scrutiny from opposing experts and the court. This includes a thorough review of medical records, a 90–120 minute diagnostic interview, several hours of targeted testing, consultation with the retaining party, and a comprehensive written report that clearly answers the referral questions.

Neuropsychological IMEs typically occur over two separate appointments (interview and a later full day of testing), while Psychological IMEs are usually completed in a single day with testing following the interview.

How to Retain Dr. Black for Forensic Services

Location

Our primary clinic is located in Boise, Idaho. For an additional travel fee, Dr. Black is available to perform on-site IMEs in Coeur D’Alene, Moscow, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls; availability may vary depending on case needs and scheduling.

What to Expect

When requesting to discuss a case, you will be prompted to attach relevant records (prior IMEs, imaging, treatment notes, legal documents) when possible to expedite review. You may also request Dr. Black’s CV and forensic fee schedule using this link.

Please allow up to 2 business days for a response due to the volume of inquiries and existing expert commitments.