Draping And Exposure Expert Witnesses

Southfield, Michigan

Massage, Education & Schools - Clinical massage, Sports therapy, Manual therapy, Advanced therapeutic techniques, Professional Conduct, Injury, Sexual impropriety, Draping and Exposure, Lymphatic Drainage, Swedish Massage, Inappropriate Touch, Client consent and privacy, Dual relationships, Negligence, Human Trafficking

Highly accomplished massage therapist, educator, and continuing education provider with over three decades of expertise in clinical massage, sports therapy, and manual therapy instruction. Inducted into the Massage Therapy Hall of Fame (2023). Recognized internationally for contributions to the advancement of massage therapy, including professional publications, national lectures, and service to elite athletic organizations. Member of the U.S. Olympic Committee Sports Medicine Society (since 2005). Demonstrated excellence in curriculum development, advanced therapeutic techniques, and the integration of evidence‑informed manual therapy into educational settings. Committed to elevating massage therapy as a respected and accessible healthcare modality. Text or Voicemail is preferred.

Richmond, Virginia

Massage, Business Operations - Scope of Practice, Sexual Misconduct, Ethics, Power Differential, Draping and Exposure, Standards of Care, Informed Consent, Massage Profession, Boundaries, Injury, Education, Licensure, Hiring and Training, Regulation, Comprehensive Knowledge, Therapist Responsibility, Employment, Legislation, Transferance Countertransferance, 1099-W2

Ms. Jill Berkana is an impartial expert witness specializing in legal massage therapy and bodywork cases. With her extensive knowledge and expertise, Ms. Berkana provides unbiased education and comprehensive support to litigators, juries, and judges. She upholds the highest standards in her profession by adhering to the most current best practices and cutting-edge standards in hygiene, ethics, and professionalism. As a pioneer in educating massage therapists as legitimate healthcare providers and school founder, Ms. Berkana brings a unique perspective to legal cases. She served on the US National Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork and acted as Board Director and Board Liaison for the Ethics and Standards Committee. With her unwavering commitment to objectivity and thorough support, she is available as an expert witness throughout the United States and abroad. Ms. Berkana's exceptional qualifications stem from her 35 years of experience in the profession, including her role...