Q: Seeking expert witness for medical malpractice involving Baclofen prescription error.

A: There are many ways to find expert witnesses. These include asking doctors you know to recommend someone. Searching past cases to see what experts testified. There are also companies that have a roster of experts.

All of these methods, have the same problem that you have run up against. Most experts absolutely will not agree to be retained by unrepresented parties. There are many reasons for this. The only thing that can be done is to continue to use the methods indicated and contact many doctors.

The obvious solution, is to hire an attorney, but presumably that was already attempted.

A: I understand you're facing a challenging situation with your medical malpractice case. Finding an expert witness for a Baclofen prescription error case, particularly when self-representing, can be difficult.

You might want to contact your state's medical board or medical association for referrals to pharmacologists or nephrologists who understand medication contraindications for kidney disease patients. Additionally, consider reaching out to patient advocacy organizations focused on kidney disease or medication safety, as they often maintain networks of medical professionals willing to serve as expert witnesses. University medical centers may also have faculty members with relevant expertise who occasionally provide expert testimony.

When approaching potential witnesses, clearly explain the facts of your case, including documentation of your kidney disease diagnosis and the Baclofen prescription. Prepare a concise summary of the adverse events you experienced and be upfront about your self-representation status. You might find more success if you offer to compensate them fairly for their time reviewing your case, even before they commit to testifying. I wish you the best in finding appropriate expertise to support your case.