Legal Nurse Consulting
The Dark Legacy of Charles Cullen – Killer Nurse
When we think of nurses, we often picture compassionate caregivers dedicated to saving lives and providing comfort. However, the story of Charles Cullen, RN, shatters this image, revealing a chilling narrative of betrayal and death within the walls of hospitals. Known as the “Killer Nurse,” Cullen’s actions left an indelible mark on the medical community…
Read MoreLNC Medical Evidence Review
A medical evidence review by an LNC plays a key role in murder cases. If you’re a fan of true-crime programs or novels, you may be familiar with the terms motive, means, and opportunity. They used to establish intent, or are they used to establish something else? What are those three motivations for murder? Introducing…
Read MoreThe LNC Critical Role: Medical Evidence Review
What is the role of the nurse working on a criminal case in helping to examine the evidence, applying our knowledge as healthcare providers in this specialized field where the stakes are incredibly high? Consider this when an attorney contacts you to review a case. What is the evidence? What do you think…
Read MoreHomicide or Suicide: The LNC’s Impact on Legal Battles
Homicide or suicide: the LNC’s impact on legal battles is tremendous. Gunshot Wounds As healthcare providers and LNCs, we consider factors when examining the documentation available. Reports provided by the police, investigators, or medical professionals who examine a body. What are some of those factors that we should consider? Gunshot is one of the more…
Read MoreThe Role of an Expert Witness
The role of being an LNC expert witness can expand your career. And have you ever considered the dynamic and impactful role of an LNC expert witness within the legal realm? Becoming an expert witness is not just about possessing specialized knowledge. It’s about effectively communicating that knowledge to make a substantial difference in legal…
Read MoreThe Top Traits of a Successful Nursing Expert Witness
To be a successful nursing expert, you must have a strong mindset and be a take-action person. There are several common features and traits that successful expert witnesses share. If you don’t have these yet, you can develop them with practice and perseverance. More than likely, you already have some of these traits if you…
Read MoreGetting My First Expert Witness Case
I had my first case thirty days after not knowing anything about being an expert witness. A seminar titled Career Alternatives for Nurses caught my attention. In the fall of 1987, I sat in a conference room listening to a nurse talk about jobs in home care, utilization review, and risk management. The speaker also…
Read More7 Key Steps for Preparing a Client for a Defense Medical Exam (DME): A Legal Nurse Consulting (LNC) Guide
Preparing a client for a Defense Medical Exam (DME) is a vital part of the process. A savvy LNC will take the time to walk the client through that process ahead of time. The DME process can be complex and intimidating for clients, but with the right preparation, they can navigate it successfully. In this…
Read MoreThe Legal Basis of DMEs for LNCs
Before I go into the legal basis of DMEs, I want to share with you my preparation for observing DMEs. My Preparation for Observing DMEs I began attending DMEs in New Jersey while doing medical summaries for a plaintiff’s personal injury attorney. He asked me to attend some of the DMEs scheduled for the…
Read MoreThe Role of Defense Medical Exams (DMEs) in Legal Proceedings
As an LNC, you will encounter Defense Medical Exams (DMEs), also known as Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs), which are pivotal in various legal contexts. Examples include: Workers’ compensation claims Personal injury lawsuits Disability cases, and more These exams, conducted by healthcare professionals, provide an evaluation of an individual’s medical condition, aiding in the resolution of…
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