8. Performing medical literature research and review 

This service includes performing research on issues or allegations pertinent to the case through

• The Internet

• Online medical databases and

• medical libraries

• Scholarly texts excerpts

Copies of the medical article or text excerpt as well as a written summary of key points provided to the attorney for use during case preparation and trial.

This service designed to identify: 

• Articles related to the injuries

• Articles related to the standards of care

• Articles written by experts on specific injuries

• Scholarly text excerpts for medical conditions

• Inconsistencies in articles written by potential expert witnesses

The legal nurse consultant utilizes clinical and legal experience to identify medical references and literature to assist the attorney and legal team.

A report summarizing the findings is prepared.