Expert Witness Training Program

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You only get one chance to make a good first impression. Make it your best! 

Expert Nurse Witnesses need to understand that creating a positive first impression is crucial. They only have one opportunity to impress their attorney-client, so it's essential that they put their best foot forward. To achieve this, expert nurse witnesses must possess the necessary skills, deliver a compelling introduction, and produce written materials that meet their client's expectations on the first attempt. Otherwise, they might not get a second chance.

In the dynamic and complex world where healthcare and law intersect, your role as an expert witness is invaluable. However, to truly maximize your impact and navigate the intricacies of the legal world, a comprehensive training course is not just beneficial—it's essential. Here's why investing in a specialized training program is the key to unlocking your full potential as a nurse expert witness:

  1. Elevate Your Expertise: A tailored training course arms you with specialized knowledge, enhancing your expertise beyond clinical skills. This newfound depth allows you to provide more insightful and credible testimony.
  2. Navigate Legal Nuances: The legal landscape is intricate and nuanced. A comprehensive training program ensures you understand legal terminology, procedures, and expectations, enabling you to navigate the courtroom with confidence and precision.
  3. Enhance Communication Skills: Effectively conveying your medical expertise to a non-medical audience is an art. A training course hones your communication skills, helping you present complex information in a clear, concise, and compelling manner, strengthening your credibility as a witness.
  4. Stay Current with Legal Trends: The legal field is constantly evolving, and staying abreast of these changes is crucial. Our training program provides you with the latest insights, ensuring your testimony remains relevant and impactful in the ever-shifting legal field.
  5. Build Confidence: Walking into a courtroom or legal setting can be intimidating. Proper training not only imparts the necessary knowledge but also instills confidence. You'll approach each case with assurance, knowing you are well-prepared for the challenges that may arise.

In essence, a training course is an investment in yourself and your career. It not only equips you with the tools needed to excel as a nurse expert witness but also positions you as a trusted and credible professional in the eyes of the legal community. Invest in your expertise today and witness the transformation in your career tomorrow.

1-Day Expert Witness Training Program

Our 1-Day Expert Witness Training Course is taught by 3 Nursing Experts: Nurse Attorney Laurie Elston, nurse expert witness Rita Kae Restrepo BS, RN, PACU, and nurse LNC expert witness Karen Tomczak MSN, RN, CEN. Each of these experts present and explain a key case they testified in as an expert witness, and provide a copy of their expert report, graphs, and chronologies (over 90 pages of materials!). The cases are discussed in detail so you can learn not only the legal analysis of the negligence issues but also how to write your expert reports and create visual timelines and much more. It is a fun and interesting class with numerous videos of nurses testifying in deposition and trial, as well as some of the trial exhibits used in a case. You will learn powerful insights into acting as a nurse expert witness whether you are new to this role or an experienced expert witness including:

  1. Running Your Business (Rita Kae Restrepo, Topics 1-3)
  2. How to Write and Polish Your Resume or CV
  3. Case Report and Timeline
  4. Researching Standards of Care and Formulating Your Opinion (Karen Tomczak, Topics 4-5)
  5. Writing Your Expert Report
  6. Qualifying as an Expert Witness (Laurie Elston, Topics 6-10)
  7. Deposition Testimony - What to expect and how to prepare.
  8. Trial Testimony – What to expect and how to prepare for your direct examination.
  9. Cross-Examination – What to expect and how to prepare for your cross-examination.
  10. Expert Witness Marketing Strategies

This Webinar on Demand is available together with all the written materials - The Webinar offers the advantage of self-paced learning: you can watch the on-demand videos at your own pace and schedule. You can also rewatch any portions that you want to review again. Purchase now for only $395.

Nurses who have taken the course say:

  • “The course was outstanding! I learned more than I expected, and the content was relevant for any LNC and expert witness! Thank you Laurie and team!”  Carol RN, NICU

  • “Excellent course for the level I am at in my career.”  Kenny RN, ICU

  • “This Course is definitely worth the time and money!"  Jennifer RN, PACU

  • “You will gain new insight into being an expert witness…”  Rachel RN, Surgical

  • “Thank you again for a truly wonderful course!”  Rachel BSN, MN, NP

Highly Interactive Workshops

$279 per class (discounts for multiple classes)

Laurie will be offering LIVE Monthly Expert Witness Workshops. Full workshop details are below. Learn alongside a nurse attorney while you assemble the materials that will create a solid foundation for your Expert Witness career.

Join this highly interactive monthly group class to learn the step-by-step details on: 

  1. How to Write Your LNC & Expert Witness Reports.*** - April 13, 2024
  2. Creating Timelines and Graphs.*** - May 11, 2024
  3. Creating Your Retainer Agreement and Collecting Your Fees - Sep. 14, 2024
  4. Legal Aspects of Creating and Running Your Expert Witness Business - Oct. 12, 2024

Workshops Available Now on Demand! (2 Hour Video with extensive written materials and sample documents):

Access to Class and Workshop Recordings: You will be able to watch any class or workshop you purchase as a Webinar on Demand via your account on our website.

***I am delighted to introduce my exclusive new class series on "Writing Your Expert Reports.” This series is specifically designed for legal nurse consultants (LNCs) and nurse expert witnesses to enable them to skillfully write the different types of reports most frequently requested by attorneys. This comprehensive course series is strategically designed to enhance your proficiency in analyzing and producing high-quality reports – a crucial asset in your professional toolkit.

The Series consists of 3 live monthly Workshops via Zoom:

  1. Medical Malpractice Case Deep Dives. Improve Your Analysis Skills. (March 9, 2024)
  2. How to Write Your Expert Reports and Summaries. (April 13, 2024)
  3. How to Create Timelines and Graphs. (May 11, 2024)

Enroll now to cultivate your expert skills and start building a reputation for excellence in the legal world. This three-session series includes extensive written materials and sample reports, chronologies, timelines, graphs and more! Elevate your report-writing abilities and embark on a journey to establish yourself as a distinguished professional in the realm of legal nurse consulting and expert witnessing!

Details

These workshops will be small interactive group sessions and will include detailed examples/samples of each type of document discussed above to help you prepare for your expert witness career. You need to present as a highly polished professional from the start to create an expert witness career. Learn how to do that now!

WHEN: Monthly, on the SECOND Saturday - Starting March 2024.

TIME: 12:00-2:00 PT (2 hours). 

Workshops will be recorded so if you miss one, you will have access to the recording.

Pricing

$279 per class or less depending on how many classes you buy:

  • 1 Workshop for $279
  • 2 Workshops for $533
  • 3 Workshops for $777
  • 4 Workshops for $1,021
  • 5 Workshops for $1,265
  • 6 Workshops for $1,509
  • 7 Workshops for $1,753
  • 8 Workshops for $1,997 **Savings of $235**

CE credits available.

Installment payments available. Call Law Office to set up.

++ Personal 1:1 mentoring, preparation for deposition, or trial testimony available with Nurse Attorney Laurie Elston. 1 hour - $325  3 hours - $875

Legal Analysis of Cases in Specialty Practice Areas and Common Claims

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