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Autopsies Help Establish Merit in a Medical Malpractice Case
When someone has died from medical malpractice, an autopsy can provide the foundation for a successful case. Benefits of an Autopsy in a Medical Malpractice Case An autopsy verifies the cause of death Opinions from the most respected experts become … Continue reading
STANDARD OF CARE RESOURCES
Standard of Care is the foundation for every medical malpractice case. Three primary categories of standards are pivotal to developing a comprehensive medical malpractice case: Legal Resources: Practice Acts – State Practice Acts can be obtained where the incident occurred … Continue reading
Medical Negligence & The Joint Commission – List of Top 10 Sentinel Events
A Sentinel Event is defined by The Joint Commission for Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) as an unexpected occurrence involving death or serious physical or psychological injury, or the risk thereof. Serious personal injury specifically includes loss of limb or function. … Continue reading
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The Medical Expert Witness – A Legal Nurse Consultant’s Role in Litigation
A medical expert witness is a professional who has a specialized background and expertise that qualifies them to credibly testify on legal cases which include medical-related cases such as personal injury, medical malpractice and workers’ compensation. Medical experts are qualified according … Continue reading
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