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Cross-examination Strategies
Experts: ever wonder about the strategy of attorneys who cross examine you? Here is some insight into how some attorneys function during cross examination. These are some notes I took when listening to an attorney describe her strategies for cross examining witnesses. 1. When an attorney makes a point favorable to his side, he locks…
Read MoreBody Language: The Body Never Lies
Words communicate between 25 to 35 percent of the sentiments conveyed by negotiators in a negotiation. The rest of their positions are communicated through body language. Therefore, more of a negotiator’s perspective is displayed in the way he uses his body when stating his position. As an example, a negotiator states that he lends his…
Read More“If you didn’t chart it, you didn’t do it”, Part 4: Common Medical Record Deficiencies
Nursing homes are affected by many challenges, many of which directly affect the quality of care and allegations of nursing home negligence. The challenges were highlighted by speakers at Preventing and Defending Long Term Care Litigation at The Conrad in Miami. Pat Iyer moderated a panel of defense and plaintiff attorneys and another legal nurse…
Read MoreThe LNC Business Mindset
The LNC Business Mindset Do you have an LNC Business Mindset? Becoming your own boss inspires many nurses to explore starting an LNC business. Whether you’re looking to supplement your income with part-time work or you envision running a full-time legal nurse consulting practice, it’s essential to cultivate the right mindset for success. Some LNCs…
Read MoreExpert Witness Report Writing Mistakes
Expert witness report writing is a cornerstone of effective communication between healthcare professionals and the legal system. A precise, informative, and objective report can often be the key factor in determining a case’s outcome. However, for beginners, navigating the nuances of expert report writing can be daunting, potentially leading to critical errors that jeopardize credibility…
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