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?
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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
How Our Consultants Assist Defense Attorneys: Life Care Plan Services & More
A catastrophic injury or illness connected to malpractice or negligence can lead to astronomical care costs for the affected individual. Thus, these types of personal injury claims commonly culminate in large settlement amounts. For defense attorneys, life care plan consultants serve as valuable partners in performing research, determining care costs and compiling & presenting the necessary … [Read more...] about How Our Consultants Assist Defense Attorneys: Life Care Plan Services & More
Common Types of Spinal Cord Injury
With the potential to cause paralysis and/or loss of motor function, spinal cord injuries (SCIs) are very serious. All types of spinal cord injury can lead to lasting impacts, but the severity of the effects can vary depending on the location of the injury. In any case, when a spinal cord injury is believed to be linked to another party's negligence, a patient may choose to take legal … [Read more...] about Common Types of Spinal Cord Injury
What Constitutes a Catastrophic Sports Injury?
Serious injuries sustained during athletics can alter the course of a person's life, particularly if there are ongoing or lifelong impacts on their health and ability to do the things they love. In certain cases, severe sports injuries may be grounds to seek compensation from a negligent party. For instance, if the proper protocol is not followed by a coach after an athlete sustains a concussion. … [Read more...] about What Constitutes a Catastrophic Sports Injury?