Medical Literature Research

The Problems Our Medical Literature Research Solves for Attorneys

When a case hinges on causation, prognosis, or standard of care, you need more than just opinion—you need authoritative, evidence-based backing. But busy attorneys rarely have time to comb through peer-reviewed journals or clinical guidelines. And relying solely on expert witnesses for literature support can delay case development or limit your options.

Without solid medical research:

  • Legal arguments may lack clinical credibility

  • Opposing experts may dominate with unsupported claims

  • You risk relying on outdated or anecdotal references

  • Jurors may be swayed by emotional testimony rather than scientific fact

Our Medical Literature Research service equips you with current, relevant, and defensible sources from reputable journals, guidelines, and clinical research databases. Whether you’re building a case or challenging one, we give you the medical evidence to back it up.

Why We Are Uniquely Qualified to Help

Jane Enneking, MSN, APRN-CNP, has decades of hands-on experience managing complex cases across cardiology, trauma, neurosurgery, and more. But just as importantly, she knows where to find the most relevant and respected clinical evidence—and how to interpret it in context.

Her background as a published clinician and critical care educator means she not only understands the literature but can translate it into legal strategy. Jane stays current on guidelines and clinical best practices across multiple specialties, giving your case a strong, evidence-based foundation.

Our Process

Step 1: Case Objective & Scope

We meet with your team to clarify what clinical issue you need literature to support or refute standard of care, causation, prognosis, etc.

Step 2: Focused Literature Search

Jane conducts targeted research using trusted medical databases and journals (e.g., PubMed, JAMA, AHA, AACN, etc.).

Step 3: Relevance & Summary

We curate the most relevant studies, guidelines, or consensus statements and provide:

  • Summarized findings

  • Legal relevance

  • Strength of evidence

  • Potential use in argument or deposition

Step 4: Report Delivery

ou receive a brief or annotated list of references with links, summaries, and commentary on how the literature applies to your case. Citations are formatted for legal use.

Optional Add-Ons:

  • Integration into written reports
  • Rebuttal of opposing literature
  • Expert preparation support for testimony or depositions
Jane delivered three authoritative studies within 48 hours that directly supported our argument for delayed intervention. The literature gave us exactly what we needed to push back in mediation with confidence.
R.L.
Medical Malpractice Attorney, Indiana

Need clinical literature to strengthen your case?

We’ll find the proof you need to back your arguments or challenge theirs.

Expert LNC provides medical literature research services for attorneys handling medical malpractice, personal injury, wrongful death, and healthcare-related litigation. Led by Jane Enneking, MSN, APRN-CNP, a nurse practitioner with over 38 years of clinical experience, we conduct targeted research to find peer-reviewed studies, clinical guidelines, and evidence-based data that support or refute the medical aspects of your case. Our legal nurse consulting services help law firms strengthen arguments, challenge expert opinions, and build a solid clinical foundation backed by authoritative sources. Whether you need research for causation, standard of care, prognosis, or treatment outcomes, Expert LNC delivers timely, accurate, and litigation-ready support to attorneys nationwide.

 
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