Receiving care from a team of attentive medical experts is vital to ensure the best possible outcome for a patient in critical condition. For a patient facing a life-threatening or otherwise catastrophic injury or illness who may have been the victim of negligence or malpractice, a critical care nurse expert witness may be called on to apply their specialized knowledge, assess the case and give … [Read more...] about What Services Does a Critical Care Nurse Expert Witness Offer?
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The Necessity & Value of Expert Witnesses in Medical Malpractice Cases
Medical malpractice claims can span many different scenarios, ranging from alleged delays in diagnosis/treatment to surgical errors to prescription drug mistakes. To determine whether there are grounds for a claim of malpractice and to acquire the necessary supporting evidence, legal teams often consult expert witnesses in medical malpractice cases. In fact, many states require testimony from a … [Read more...] about The Necessity & Value of Expert Witnesses in Medical Malpractice Cases
The Purpose of Traumatic Brain Injury Case Management Services
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can range greatly in terms of severity and symptoms; but even TBIs that are considered mild – such as concussions – can have serious, long-lasting effects. To lay out and execute a comprehensive plan enabling a TBI survivor to get the support they need to achieve the best possible quality of life, traumatic brain injury case management is often a necessity. At … [Read more...] about The Purpose of Traumatic Brain Injury Case Management Services
What Services Does A Nursing Home Expert Witness Provide?
For the safety and well-being of patients, nursing homes across the US are held to a certain standard of care. Federal and state guidelines specify the type and level of care which competent, properly trained nursing professionals are reasonably expected to provide. In the event of an alleged breach of standard of care, a nursing home expert witness may be called upon for expert testimony … [Read more...] about What Services Does A Nursing Home Expert Witness Provide?
How Does Spinal Cord Injury Affect the Body?
Depending on their location and severity, spinal cord injuries (SCIs) can lead to lasting impacts on various parts of the body. In this article, we’ll provide examples of the possible ways in which these injuries may interfere with normal bodily functions. In addition, we’ll explain the value of obtaining a life care plan for a patient who wishes to file a legal claim following an incident that … [Read more...] about How Does Spinal Cord Injury Affect the Body?
How to Find Medical Expert Witness Services for Injury Cases
To substantiate a personal injury or medical malpractice claim, compelling medical expert witness testimony is key. If you’re an attorney working on a case involving a patient allegedly injured on account of another party’s negligence, you may be wondering how to find medical expert witness services to supplement the case. At Cardinal LifeCare, we’ve built a robust network of legal nurse … [Read more...] about How to Find Medical Expert Witness Services for Injury Cases
