650 – Mass Tort Cases: The Legal Nurse Consultant’s Crucial Role Explained – Jennifer Wilson
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Welcome to another insightful episode of Legal Nurse Podcast, hosted by Pat Iyer. In this episode, Pat sits down with Jennifer Wilson, a certified emergency department nurse and certified pediatric emergency nurse, who brings her extensive experience working on mass tort cases to the conversation. Together, they demystify the world of mass torts, highlighting the essential role legal nurse consultants play in assisting attorneys with these complex, large-scale cases.
Jennifer breaks down the differences between mass torts and class action lawsuits, providing real-world examples ranging from pharmaceutical litigation and faulty medical devices to environmental toxic exposures like Camp Lejeune. She also discusses the unique responsibilities legal nurse consultants take on, from summarizing medical records and identifying injuries to conducting research for “science days” and supporting life care planning.
The ebb and flow of workload in mass tort work, the emotional impact of helping groups of injured people, and the adaptability and attention to detail required of successful legal nurse consultants are all covered in depth.
Ready to learn how you can make a difference in mass tort cases and support attorneys as a legal nurse consultant? Tune in as Jennifer shares memorable case stories, expert tips for breaking into this field, and advice for handling the unique challenges—and rewards—of mass tort litigation. This episode offers both practical guidance and inspiration for nurses looking to expand their consulting practice into this significant area of legal support.
What you’ll learn in this episode on Mass Tort Cases: The Legal Nurse Consultant’s Crucial Role Explained:
Join us to discover the answers to these questions:
- What is a mass tort case, and how does it differ from a class action lawsuit?
- What are some examples of cases that are considered mass torts, and what kinds of injuries or exposures do they often involve?
- How do legal nurse consultants assist attorneys in handling mass tort cases, and what specific roles can they play?
- What challenges and benefits should legal nurse consultants consider when working on mass tort cases, especially regarding workflow and caseload?
- What skills and qualities are essential for a legal nurse consultant to be successful in the mass tort field, and how can they best support attorneys and plaintiffs?
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Your Presenters for Mass Tort Cases: The Legal Nurse Consultant’s Crucial Role Explained
Jennifer Wilson
I am a wife, mother and nurse. When I am not on this podcast I am at the beach or loving on her cats.
Connect with Jennifer Wilson on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-wilson-bs-rn-cpen-cen-a87659223/
Pat Iyer
Pat Iyer is a seasoned legal nurse consultant and business coach renowned for her expertise in guiding new legal nurse consultants to successfully break into the field. As the host of the Legal Nurse Podcast, Pat addresses critical challenges that legal nurse consultants face, such as difficulty in landing clients and lack of response from attorneys. Through her insightful episodes, she emphasizes the importance of effectively communicating one’s value to potential clients. With a wealth of experience, Pat has empowered countless consultants to overcome these hurdles and thrive in their careers.
Connect with Pat Iyer by email at patiyer@legalnusebusiness.com