Kenton H. Steele, Esq

"Effective cross-examination can create an implication that an expert’s opinions are motivated by bias or self-interest, rather than a neutral evaluation of the facts. This is frequently accomplished by highlighting the fact that experts are paid for time spent reviewing a case and testifying," writes Kenton H. Steele, Esq.

"Cross-examination offers the other side the opportunity to poke holes in the witness’s story contemporaneously, helping the jury evaluate the credibility of the witness in real time," writes Kenton H. Steele, Esq.

"An attorney who just reads off a script spewing random facts at the jury will likely cause the jurors to check out," writes Kenton H. Steele, Esq.

What plays out in real-life courtrooms differs greatly from those on television.

"The different outcomes in [these] cases highlight the contextual nature of medical care," writes Kenton H. Steele, Esq.

Plaintiff’s attorneys are substituting regulations for standard of care.

Apology laws limit the admissibility of apologetic statements.

Be sure to obtain a release before providing patient records.

This process is one of the most common methods of resolving medical negligence cases.

"Although chart completion may seem like a chore that can be put off until later, this decision can backfire," cautions Kenton H. Steele, Esq.

The ability to explain complex medical issues to laypeople is crucial.

Required elements to prove a claim include breach of duty and damages.

"The length of time provided by a statute of limitations on malpractice claims varies from state to state," writes Kenton H. Steele, Esq.

Here’s how to guard against lawsuits and disciplinary actions.