Frequently Asked Questions:
What is a Certified Legal Nurse Consultant (CLNC®)?
A Certified Legal Nurse Consultant holds a Registered Nurse license and has completed an accredited legal nurse consultant program. The CLNC® can contribute to the resolution of medical legal cases by reviewing all the medical information and summarizing the pertinent facts.
Why do attorneys need a CLNC?
An attorney is a skilled legal expert and a CLNC is a healthcare expert. A CLNC delivers understanding of the complex health care system and applies that knowledge to enhance an attorney's case.
Why should you hire a CLNC when you already have a physician consultant or MD?
The physicians on medical cases are not always familiar with the operations of a nurse or the practice standards that nurses follow. With an in-depth knowledge of nursing, a CLNC can save an attorney time and money.
When should attorneys call a Certified Legal Nurse Consultant?
From the moment a potential case comes in, a CLNC becomes a major asset by providing many value-added services, including making sense of voluminous amounts of medical records.
How does a CLNC differ from a paralegal?
A CLNC differs from a paralegal in that a paralegal assists attorneys in the delivery of legal services whereas a CLNC uses expertise as a healthcare professional to consult and educate clients on specific medical and nursing issues.
Can a CLNC help locate testifying experts?
Absolutely. CLNCs are insiders within the healthcare system, who work with and have access to medical professionals, specialists, and forensic experts nationwide who are qualified to testify.