Michael Flomenhaft participated in an invitation only BrainMind Summit hosted by Stanford University
On October 12,-13, 2019 Michael Flomenhaft participated in the invitation only BrainMind Summit hosted by Stanford University Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. On October 14, 2019, he also attended a closed door break out session on the Science of Consciousness. In both sessions, from all over the world, distinguished speakers and invitees devoted to […]
Michael Flomenhaft will speak at the Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics Annual World Congress
Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics has invited Michael Flomenhaft to be a speaker at their March 20-22, 2020 17th Annual World Congress at the LA Convention Center. Mr. Flomenhaft will discuss the effects of concussion on sensory systems and advanced legal approaches and responses to these issues.
Michael Flomenhaft presented at the annual RSDSA Long Island CRPS event
On September 7, 2019, Michael Flomenhaft spoke at the 4th annual RSDSA/CRPS Long Island awareness event. Michael Flomenhaft discussed a typically unrecognized consequence of CRPS/RSD pain: its potential for adverse effects on the brain. His talk encompassed CRPS/RSD and their relationship to asymmetric and accelerated brain atrophy, brain rewiring, brain hypersensitization and cellular change. He […]
Michael Flomenhaft discussed how chronic pain affects the brain on Reverend Terry Lee’s radio show
On August 27, 2019, Michael Flomenhaft discussed how chronic pain affects the brain on Reverend Terry Lee’s Real Life Times News radio show. Although pain is felt in the body, it actually registers in the brain. Yet little attention is given to the brain effects of chronic pain. You can listen to an excerpt of […]
Michael Flomenhaft discusses “Concussion: Do Not Underestimate Its Seriousness” for Brain Injury Awareness Month
One of the great challenges of coping with concussion is that many of its harms are hidden.
Michael Flomenhaft discussed traumatic brain injury on Reverend Terry Lee’s Real Life Times News radio show
On January 1, 2019, Michael Flomenhaft discussed traumatic brain injury (“TBI”) on Reverend Terry Lee’s Real Life Times News radio show. The program caters to issues facing Brooklyn’s Caribbean community. His remarks included discussion of car accidents as a leading cause of TBl, explaining that in such accidents, whiplash rather than direct head impact is […]
Michael Flomenhaft presented at Fordham Law School CLE
On October 17, 2018, Michael Flomenhaft participated in “The Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Concussion,” CLE sponsored by Fordham Law School. He spoke on a panel entitled The Hidden Harm of Traumatic Brain Injuries. Mr. Flomenhaft discussed the often contrasting neurological versus neuroscience views on concussion. In particular, he showed that while neurology and conventional […]
Michael Flomenhaft is a speaker at “The Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Concussion” CLE sponsored by Fordham Law School
On October 17, 2018, Michael Flomenhaft will speak on The Hidden Harm of Traumatic Brain Injuries, a panel for “The Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Concussion” CLE, sponsored by Fordham Law School. Because most brain injury is undetectable by conventional medical examination and imaging, a vast spectrum of harm eludes diagnosis despite its devastating life consequences. Michael […]
Michael Flomenhaft presented “Concussion: Neuroscience vs Medical Perspectives” at Fordham Law School
On April 10, 2018, Michael Flomenhaft lectured on “Concussion: Neuroscience versus Medical Perspectives.” He participated in a Law and Neuroscience Speakers Series sponsored by Fordham Law School. This seminar for students included contributions by leading neuroscientists, psychologists, medical researchers, and lawyers to enable students to participate in new research and ideas. See link for 2018 Law […]
Michael Flomenhaft lectured on Law and Neuroscience at Fordham Law School
On March 6, 2018, Michael Flomenhaft lectured to a seminar class on Law and Neuroscience at Fordham Law School. Mr. Flomenhaft discussed the role of functional and anatomical brain testing and investigations, and their impact on jurisprudence. He was pleased to substitute for Ruben Gur, PhD, Brain Behavior Laboratory, University of Pennsylvania. This lecture was […]
Michael Flomenhaft and Benedene Cannata presented for a CLE entitled “The Future of Neuroscience and Law,” sponsored by Fordham Law School
On February 21, 2018, Michael Flomenhaft and Benedene Cannata shared their perspectives for a CLE on “The Future of Neuroscience and Law,” sponsored by Fordham Law School. As a member of the Board of Advisors for the Neuroscience and Law Center at Fordham Law School, Mr. Flomenhaft contributed to the agenda. Neuroscience and its application […]
Michael Flomenhaft spoke at Fordham Law School about his neurolaw career
On November 16, 2017, Michael Flomenhaft a member of the Board of Advisors for the Neuroscience and Law Center at Fordham Law School, spoke to its Neurolaw Club about his career in neurolaw. He shared his perspectives on how neuroscience applies to his practice and its growing importance to the legal system.
Aaron Hernandez’s C.T.E diagnosis contributed to his first-degree murder
In a November 3, 2015 interview on CUNY TV: Science & U!, Michael Flomenhaft, in discussing O.J. Simpson’s culpability, anticipated the controversy now surrounding Aaron Hernandez. According to professors J.Amy Dillard and Lisa A. Tucker in their Opinion featured in The New York Times, “Is C.T.E. a Defense for Murder?” dated September 22, 2017, Aaron Hernandez’s stage 3 […]
Benedene Cannata sworn in as a Dean of the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers and also presented on “Punitive Damages, What to Plead, What to Prove”
On May 11, Benedene Cannata was again sworn in to continue as one of the Deans of the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers, a position she has had the privilege to enjoy since 2006. Deans are responsible for what the academy presents in terms of legal education courses. They conceive CLE topics and […]
On June 13, 2017 Michael Flomenhaft will be featured as lecturer on “Using Neuroscience in Criminal and Civil Cases” for ABA CLE webinar
On June 13, 2017 Michael Flomenhaft is being featured as the attorney lecturer in a CLE webinar sponsored by the American Bar Association on neuroscience and the law.
Michael Flomenhaft shares his perspectives on CRPS/RSD
Michael Flomenhaft shares his perspectives on Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), commonly known as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS).
Michael Flomenhaft lectured on “Neuroscience and Justice” at SUNY at Binghamton
On February 17, 2017 Michael Flomenhaft delivered a lecture on “Neuroscience and Justice” sponsored by Harper College pre-Law and Integrated Neuroscience departments at SUNY at Binghamton. This lecture explored divergences between medicine and neuroscience in addressing issues confronting judges and juries. Conflicting understandings between these disciplines have emerged strongly on the issues of traumatic brain […]
Michael Flomenhaft’s article on chronic pain and the brain featured on Law and Technology Resources for Legal Professionals (LLRX) Web Journal
The Flomenhaft Law Firm, PLLC appreciates the recognition of Michael Flomenhaft’s work on chronic pain and neuroscience by Law and Technology Professionals (LLRX) Web Journal. https://www.llrx.com/2016/06/pain-science-administration-justice/ His article on chronic pain and the brain: “Emerging Imaging Science of Chronic Pain: Objectifying the Subjective,” submitted to the 2011 Second Circuit Judicial Conference: “The Legal Brain-scape: Neuroscience […]
Michael Flomenhaft featured in ABA Journal article on using neuroscience to support chronic pain
Michael Flomenhaft shares his perspectives in an ABA Journal article written by Kevin Davis, “Personal injury lawyers turn to neuroscience to back claims of chronic pain,” ABA Journal, March 1, 2016. Michael Flomenhaft has pioneered the introduction of advanced brain imaging applications to confirm objectively severe chronic pain which is routinely attacked as “subjective”, a […]
Dr. Bennet Omalu, M.D. who identified Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) asserts that O.J. Simpson probably suffered from brain trauma, agreeing with Michael Flomenhaft
Dr. Bennet Omalu,M.D., the neuro-pathologist who identified chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in National Football League players, believes that brain trauma is the underlying explanation of the O.J. Simpson story. In the 1/28/2016 New York Post article by Mark Sanchez, entitled: ˜Concussion” doc bombshell:˜Bet” OJ Simpson has CTE, Dr. Omalu agrees with Michael Flomenhaft’s thesis on O.J. Simpson presented […]
Dr. Bennet Omalu, M.D. who identified Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) asserts that O.J. Simpson probably suffered from brain trauma, agreeing with Michael Flomenhaft
Dr. Bennet Omalu,M.D., the neuro-pathologist who identified chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in National Football League players, believes that brain trauma is the underlying explanation of the O.J. Simpson story. In the 1/28/2016 New York Post article by Mark Sanchez, entitled: ˜Concussion” doc bombshell:˜Bet” OJ Simpson has CTE, Dr. Omalu agrees with Michael Flomenhaft’s thesis on O.J. Simpson presented […]
Benedene Cannata chaired a CLE conference entitled “Judge Alphabet Soup: Approach the Bench-A Collegial Discussion” sponsored by the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
Benedene Cannata chaired a CLE conference that featured perspectives from Hon. Eugene Pigott, NYS Court of Appeals, Hon. Joseph Valentino, Appellate Division 4th Dept, and Hon. Craig Doran, 7th Judicial District Administrative Judge. The judges provided guidance for trial and appeals success. As a Dean of the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers, she […]
Michael Flomenhaft featured on CUNY TV Science & U! Program: “Proof of Pain” November 3, 2015
Michael Flomenhaft addresses current neuroscientific understandings regarding how pain alters the brain and legal ramifications. Traditionally, severe pain has not been linked with adverse brain changes. But this strong linkage which neuroscience establishes calls for an expanded understanding of both the brain and immune consequences of severe chronic pain, as well as concepts of adequate financial […]
Fordham Law School appointed Michael Flomenhaft to its Board of Advisors for its new Neuroscience and Law Center
Our legal system is based on many longstanding ideas about the brain and behavior that current neuroscience contradicts and dispels. Recognizing the inevitable challenges that neuroscience poses to established legal doctrines, Fordham Law School has inaugurated the Neuroscience and Law Center. As a recognized expert on neuroscience and law, Michael Flomenhaft has joined its board […]
Benedene Cannata served as moderator for “Doctors and Their Records at Trial” CLE sponsored by the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
As a Dean for the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers, Benedene Cannata moderated a panel discussion on getting doctor’s records into evidence. She prepared comprehensive written materials and conducted the course as a workshop. Ms. Cannata is a frequent speaker on this popular subject for the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. […]
Michael Flomenhaft chaired and lectured at landmark conference: “Neuroscience in the Courtroom” at Fordham Law School
Michael Flomenhaft chaired and assisted by Benedene Cannata moderated panels, and was a featured speaker at a full day CLE conference at Fordham Law School: “Neuroscience in the Courtroom”. This landmark conference presented various panels regarding how neuroscience understandings and applications are greatly informing proof of brain injury, pain and the brain basis for behavior. […]
Michael Flomenhaft lectured to National Football League player retirees regarding flaws and tripwires of proposed NFL settlement agreement
Michael Flomenhaft showed how the NFL’s settlement proposal excludes from recovery an overwhelming majority of players who have suffered brain injury. Moreover, for those relative few that would be entitled to recovery, the compensation formulas would result in recoveries that for many former players would be but a slight fraction of any amount commensurate with the […]
Michael Flomenhaft lectured at Fordham Law School at a seminar on Neuroscience and Law
Michael Flomenhaft was honored to be twice invited to lecture at Fordham Law School’s seminar on Neuroscience and Law. Our firm is very appreciative of Professor Deborah Denno’s acknowledgement of our work in this field. Download the ‘Fordham Law School Neuroscience and Law Lecture Series’description: Seminar Description Watch the three part lecture on Neuroscience in […]
Michael Flomenhaft featured on two televised programs: Today’s Verdict, “How Chronic Pain can Damage the Brain” and CUNY TV, Science &U! “Proof of Pain” episode
Currently more than 3.1 million children and adults in the U.S. live with a lifelong disability as a result of Traumatic Brain Injury. Do you know the signs and symptoms of a TBI or concussions? And what are your rights if you sustain a mild concussion? “Today’s Verdict” host David Lesch talks with top Traumatic […]
Michael Flomenhaft spoke on brain imaging at Premier Summit on Brain Injury Litigation
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Michael Flomenhaft was a featured speaker at the 2011 Second Circuit Judicial Conference on Neuroscience and the Law: Discussed Paper
At this conference at which Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg also spoke, Michael Flomenhaft discussed proving severe chronic pain by showing how the brain registers severe pain and how such pain damages the brain over time. Here is the paper Michael Flomenhaft delivered at the conference:The Emerging Imaging Science of Chronic Pain Objectifying the […]
The Program for Imaging and Cognitive Sciences (PICS) at Columbia University Medical Center appoints Michael Flomenhaft as its Director of Neurolaw
The Program for Imaging and Cognitive Sciences (PICS), www.fmri.org, Columbia University Medical Center appoints Michael Flomenhaft as its Director of Neurolaw. As stated by the Director of PICS, Joy Hirsch, Ph.D. “The Program for Imaging and Cognitive Sciences, PICS, at Columbia University Medical Center, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Flomenhaft, Esq. as […]