Legal Nurse Consultant
CurrentAssist lawyers/law firms in medical malpractice cases, toxic torts, insurance fraud cases, personal injury cases, worker's compensation cases, and criminal cases.Participate in client interviews Identify, organize and analyze pertinent medical recordsPrepare a chronology, timeline or other summaries of documentation in medical recordsConduct medical literature searches and assist in other researchIdentify applicable standards of care in medical malpractice casesIdentify, screen and facilitate review by expert witnessesEvaluate case strengths and weaknessesDraft or analyze medical portions of legal documentsEvaluate causation and damages issuesEducate attorneys and clients regarding relevant medical issuesIdentify plaintiff's future medical needs and associated costs Participate in case management and case strategy discussions Attend independent medical examsServe as a nurse expert witnessPerform cost of care estimates for long-term care treatment and catastrophic case management scenariosLocate or prepare demonstrative evidence for trial Assist with preparation for and support during deposition, trial or ADR
