Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Legal Nurse Consultant (LNC)?

A Legal Nurse Consultant is a registered nurse with clinical experience who helps attorneys understand, analyze, and interpret medical records in legal cases.

LNCs bridge the gap between medicine and the law by:

  • Identifying deviations from the standard of care

  • Organizing complex medical records into clear timelines

  • Highlighting missing documentation or inconsistencies

  • Helping attorneys understand what should have happened clinically

With 15 years of bedside nursing experience, I bring real-world clinical insight to every case I review.

How can you help with my case?

I support attorneys at multiple stages of litigation, including:

  • Case screening
    Identifying whether a case has medical merit before significant investment

  • Medical chronologies & timelines
    Clear, organized summaries of complex medical events

  • Standard of care analysis
    Highlighting potential deviations and key issues

  • Record review & issue identification
    Finding inconsistencies, gaps, and critical details

  • Expert witness support
    Assisting with locating and preparing the right medical experts

  • Deposition & trial preparation
    Translating complex medical information into clear, understandable language

My goal is simple: help you understand the medicine so you can build a stronger case.

What if I already have an AI-generated chronology?

That’s a great starting point.
AI can quickly organize large volumes of medical records, but it cannot evaluate whether the care makes sense clinically or meets the standard of care.
I work with attorneys to take AI-generated timelines a step further by:
  • Validating the accuracy of the information
  • Interpreting the care through a clinical lens
  • Identifying gaps, inconsistencies, and red flags
  • Translating the timeline into a clear medical narrative
Think of AI as the first pass. I provide the clinical analysis that makes it actionable.

When should I bring in a Legal Nurse Consultant?

The earlier, the better.

Early involvement can help identify strengths, weaknesses, and key medical issues before significant time and resources are invested. It can also guide case strategy from the beginning.

How much does it cost?

Fees vary depending on the scope and complexity of the case.
Most work is billed hourly, with flat-rate options available for specific services such DMEs.
I’m always happy to:
  • Discuss your case
  • Work within budgets
  • Recommend the most cost-effective approach
There is no obligation to move forward after an initial conversation.

Do you offer initial case review or consultation?

Yes. I’m happy to review the details of your case and discuss how I can help before you commit to any services.
This allows you to:
  • Determine whether the case has medical merit
  • Understand what support may be most helpful
  • Get a sense of potential costs and next steps
There’s no obligation to move forward, just a conversation to see if it’s the right fit.