CURRENTLY BOOKING APPOINTMENTS FOR OCTOBER 2026
Dr Richard Maddicks – Neuropsychology Expert
Dr Richard Maddicks has provided specialist, independent expert witness reports and associated evidence for solicitors handling Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims for 30 years. Assessments deliver comprehensive clinical and cognitive evaluations for individuals with known or suspected acquired brain injuries, neurological conditions, poly trauma and complex neuropsychological presentations.
Dr Maddicks completes an average of 30 CPR compliant reports per year, providing robust, evidence-based opinions that stand up to rigorous cross-examination. As a dedicated expert witness, Dr Maddicks commitment to instructions is comprehensive, including review of the claimant where indicated, availability for participation in meetings with Counsel, joint expert discussions and attendance at Court when required.
Key Information for Instructing Parties
- To assist in your initial selection process, we provide:
- Conflict of Interest checks: These are performed immediately upon receipt of a formal enquiry, advising regarding conflict of interest before accepting instructions.
- Appointments: We can offer timely assessment dates and in certain pre-agreed cases, accommodate urgent appointments/reporting.
- Locations: While our primary clinical offices are located in Westbourne PO10 8UJ, we can accommodate assessments at key strategic hubs—including regional venues such as Medcentres Plus, Salisbury SP1 3SL and Medical Rooms London SW1W 0DH. Home visits are possible in certain pre-agreed cases. See below for further information regarding the venues we routinely use.
- Reports: Our turnaround time is typically 10 weeks from the date of the clinical assessment, subject to the timely receipt of a complete, paginated medical bundle.
- Experience: Dr Maddicks and the broader administrative team bring almost 30-years experience of working with solicitors, priding itself on accessibility, effective communication, transparent costs and high quality expert reports, attending conferences with Counsel, preparing joint statements and providing oral evidence in Court.
- Assessment and Reassessment: Each instruction received is appraised in terms of case specific information, including clinical (stage of recovery/treatment, other expert assessment) and legal factors (litigation timetable/Court deadlines), to allow for timely assessment/review, accurate psychometric profiling and reporting.
- Claimant/Defendant Ratio: Instructions are 80:20 claimant to defendant, although all reports ensure an objective, strictly CPR-compliant framework.
Expert Witness Assessment & Report – Typical Costs & Fees
| Assessment Type & Scope | Estimated Hours | Hourly Rate | Total Cost Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Expert Neuropsychology Assessment & Report • Non-urgent cases (no deadline) • Condition & Prognosis Report • Excludes mental capacity assessment(s) • Undertaken at our main offices (PO10 8UJ) • Paginated/ indexed Records do not exceed 1,000 pages and available 4 weeks prior to appointment | 20 hours | £320 / hr | £6,400 |
| Standard Expert Neuropsychology Assessment & Report • Condition & Prognosis Report • Mental Capacity Assessment(s) • Deadline at least 12 weeks from receipt of instructions • Records exceed 1,000 pages | 30 hours | £320 / hr | £9,600 |
| 3. Complex/Urgent Cases / Fast-Track Uplift • Atypical clinical presentations and/or instructions. • Appointments and completed reports required within 12 weeks of formal instruction. | 35 hours | £320 / hr | £11,000 |
Please Note: The figures detailed above serve as a broad indicator of our current pricing structure. A precise, case-specific cost estimate will be provided upon receipt of a formal letter of approach. For detailed information regarding court attendance rates, travel expenses, and our cancellation policy, please refer to our full Terms & Conditions document.
Reports will be sent securely to the instructing party in draft form. The costs provided include initial amendments and minor corrections, although review and inclusion of updating evidence provided following the assessment will be charged at our hourly rate.
Additional Cost Factors
Excess Medical Records: Bundles exceeding 2,500 pages will typically incur an additional fee charged at 1 hour per 750 pages for review.
Off-Site Assessments: For assessments conducted at venues other than our office (PO10 8UJ) including home visits, travel time will be invoiced at £160 per hour and room hire fees will be charged at cost. In certain exceptional cases, overnight accommodation may also be necessary, also charged at cost price.
Your Formal Letter of Approach
Whilst recognising that broad indicators of cost can be useful, a formal Letter of Approach is required to inform a more precise fee estimate and confirmation of suitability. Your Letter of Approach should include the following core details:
- The client’s medical condition(s) and nature of the injury.
- The primary area(s)/question(s) to be explored within the formal instructions.
- Approximate volume of the claimant’s records.
- The claimant’s current location and likely assessment venue.
- Confirmation of whether a formal Mental Capacity Assessment is required.
- The required deadline/urgency of the final report.
A more detailed letter of instruction and records will also be required prior to the appointment.
Professional Downloads for Litigation
Click the links below to download the relevant documentation for your records:
Assessment Venues & Parking Facilities
To accommodate claimants across the region, assessments can be scheduled at our main clinical offices or at designated regional healthcare hubs. Please find key location and parking guidance below to assist your client’s travel planning:
Location & Parking Overview
| Venue Name | Address | Accessibility |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology Chartered Ltd Main Office | 6 The Grove, Westbourne Road, Nr Emsworth, PO10 8UJ | Ground level rooms but not wheelchair accessible Free street parking available in Westbourne Nearest railway station is Emsworth (20 minute walk) |
| Kingswood Practice | Burford House, 26 Worthing Road, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 1SL | Not wheelchair accessible. adjacent to the bus station or 15-20 minute walk from Horsham Rail station Nearest car parks: The Forum Blackhorse Way or Denne Road car park |
| Medcentres Plus Salisbury | Millstream House, Avon Approach, Salisbury SP1 3SL | Wheelchair Accessible Parking in Central Car Park Long Stay Car Park. |
| Medical Rooms London | 2 Grosvenor Gardens London, SW1W 0DH | 5 minute walk from Victoria Station Wheelchair Accessible |
Additional Information
We will provide further information to instructing parties, claimants attending appointments and those supporting them where appropriate. We typically undertake a pre-assessment telephone call 2-3 days preceding the arranged appointment to confirm practical details and address any questions. If the case has particular, specific needs/requirements, we would be grateful to receive these in the Letter of Approach and Instructions. We can provide home visits or appointments at ad hoc clinical venues in certain pre-agreed cases.
Due to the nature and length of neuropsychological assessment, often including detailed clinical interview and lengthy psychometric testing, they are increasingly taking place over two, separate appointments. Where possible, a detailed clinical interview can be undertaken via video call with formal assessment being undertaken face to face. However, this will be determined on a case-by-case basis, often following communications with yourself and where appropriate, the claimant.
