Wayne Bennett, DC
Chiropractic Expert Witness & Consultant
Diplomate, American Board of Chiropractic Consultants
Diplomate, American Board of Quality Assurance & Utilization Review Physicians
Diplomate, American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedics
Objective, evidence-based standard of care and documentation opinions from a former regulatory board chairman with 30+ years of clinical experience

How I Work with Attorneys
Clarity Early in the Case.
Defensibility When It Matters.
How I Work With Attorneys
Attorneys don’t need volume—they need clarity, credibility, and early direction.
My role is to provide objective, evidence-informed analysis of chiropractic and neuromusculoskeletal care, grounded in over three decades of clinical practice, regulatory experience, and guideline development.
I approach each engagement with a focus on efficiency, accessibility, and defensibility—helping counsel determine, as early as possible, whether a case should move forward.
Initial Attorney Contact (No Charge)
I am readily available by phone for a brief, no-charge consultation to determine:
- Whether the case falls within my scope of expertise
- Whether there are any conflicts or limitations
- Whether my background aligns with your needs
This initial conversation is intended to be accessible and efficient—you should be able to reach me, not schedule weeks out.
Important:
This discussion is limited to qualifications and case fit only.
I do not review records or offer opinions on case specifics at this stage.
Preliminary Case Review (1.5 Hours – No Commitment Required)
For early case evaluation, I offer a focused 1.5-hour introductory review.
Purpose:
- Provide a high-level, objective assessment
- Identify strengths, vulnerabilities, and gaps in the record
- Assist in determining whether further expert involvement is warranted
Structure:
- Fixed 1.5-hour review
- Verbal or brief written summary (your preference)
- No obligation to proceed beyond this stage
This allows you to efficiently vet a case before committing additional resources.
Formal Engagement
If the case proceeds, I provide:
- Comprehensive medical record review
- Chronology and documentation analysis
- Standard of care and medical necessity opinions
- Identification of adherence to—or deviation from—published guidelines
- Written reports suitable for disclosure
- Deposition and trial testimony, when required
All opinions are independent, clearly articulated, and defensible.
Communication & Availability
- I maintain direct phone availability for attorneys throughout the engagement
- Calls are scheduled promptly, and I make a point to remain accessible as issues evolve
- Written work is structured to be clear, usable, and strategically relevant
My objective is to serve as a practical extension of your case strategy, not simply a reviewer.
Turnaround Times
- Preliminary Review (1.5-hour offering): Typically within 3–5 business days
- Full Record Review / Reports: Typically 2–3 weeks, depending on scope and volume
For time-sensitive matters, expedited review may be available at 1.5× the standard hourly rate, scheduling permitting.
Fee Structure (Summary)
- Record review, consultation, deposition: $350/hour
- Trial testimony: $600/hour
- Introductory case review: 1.5 hours (no ongoing commitment required)
- Expedited work: 1.5× hourly rate
- Standard retainer and engagement terms provided upon request
Scheduling Policy:
Depositions and trial appearances require a minimum of five (5) business days’ cancellation notice.
Late cancellations may be subject to billing to reserve time that cannot be reassigned.
Professional Approach
My work is informed by:
- Over three decades of active clinical practice
- Prior service as a state regulatory board chairman
- Experience evaluating standard of care, documentation, and utilization issues across a wide range of cases
- Participation in the development of multiple published clinical practice guidelines
This perspective reflects both clinical reality and regulatory expectation—a combination that is often critical in litigation.
What You Can Expect
- Objective, unbiased analysis
- Early identification of case strengths and weaknesses
- Clear, defensible opinions
- Professional and credible testimony when required
Closing
If you are evaluating a case involving chiropractic care, documentation quality, or medical necessity, I am available to help you determine—early and efficiently—whether the facts support your position.
Why Retain Cogent Consulting?
Why Retain Cogent Consulting?
Dr. Bennett is a former regulatory board chairman with more than three decades of clinical experience and extensive adjudicatory leadership. He has reviewed and adjudicated hundreds of chiropractic regulatory issues.
