Insights & expertise

Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs) play a critical role in determining whether an individual can return to work after an injury—or whether long-term restrictions apply.

But not all FCEs are created equal.

A quality FCE should provide objective, legally defensible insights into a person’s capacity for work—especially when used in litigation or insurance claims.

Here’s what legal and insurance professionals should know about how FCEs are conducted, and what makes them reliable

Physiotherapists are increasingly called upon to act as expert witnesses in personal injury and workplace litigation.
But not every physio is suited to this highly specialized role.
From report writing to courtroom clarity, the expert’s role requires more than clinical experience—it demands objectivity, legal awareness, and strong communication.
Here’s what lawyers and insurers should know before instructing a physiotherapist as an expert witness.