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Whether you’re seeking expert medical insight, case review support, or help coordinating an independent medical evaluation, we’ve compiled the most common questions from legal professionals just like you. Explore each section to find clear, physician-led guidance tailored to your case needs.
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What does Doctors 4 Lawyers® do?
We provide physician-led services for legal professionals, including medical case review, expert witness coordination, medical record indexing, and IME scheduling. Our goal is to make the medical aspects of legal cases more accurate, efficient, and strategic.
Who can use Doctors 4 Lawyers® services?
We provide physician-led services for legal professionals, including medical case review, expert witness coordination, medical record indexing, and IME scheduling. Our goal is to make the medical aspects of legal cases more accurate, efficient, and strategic.
Are your case reviewers licensed physicians?
We provide physician-led services for legal professionals, including medical case review, expert witness coordination, medical record indexing, and IME scheduling. Our goal is to make the medical aspects of legal cases more accurate, efficient, and strategic.
How fast can I expect a response or completed review?
We provide physician-led services for legal professionals, including medical case review, expert witness coordination, medical record indexing, and IME scheduling. Our goal is to make the medical aspects of legal cases more accurate, efficient, and strategic.
Is Doctors 4 Lawyers® available nationwide?
We provide physician-led services for legal professionals, including medical case review, expert witness coordination, medical record indexing, and IME scheduling. Our goal is to make the medical aspects of legal cases more accurate, efficient, and strategic.
What types of cases do you review?
We review personal injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death, workers’ compensation, mass tort, and other cases where medical insight is required.
What does a medical case review involve?
A physician examines the provided records, identifies relevant medical details, pinpoints inconsistencies, assesses causation, and offers a clear, objective opinion.
Can you identify whether a standard of care was breached?
Yes. Our physicians are trained to identify deviations from the standard of care and articulate their findings in a clear, defensible manner.
Can I use your review to determine if I should take a case?
Absolutely. Many attorneys use our reviews during the intake phase to assess the merits of a potential claim before proceeding.
What format will I receive the case review in?
You’ll receive a written report prepared by a physician, typically in PDF format, with all relevant medical insights clearly documented.
What is a medical chronology?
A medical chronology is a timeline that organizes medical records in chronological order, highlighting key events, diagnoses, treatments, and findings relevant to the case.
How does indexing help my case preparation?
Indexing categorizes documents by type, date, and provider, allowing you to locate crucial information quickly during depositions, discovery, or trial.
Who prepares the chronology and indexing?
Our trained medical staff, overseen by physicians, prepares chronologies and indices with precision, ensuring legal teams can rely on their accuracy.
Can you handle complex cases with thousands of pages?
Yes. We specialize in large, complex files and use specialized tools to organize even the most extensive records efficiently.
Can I request customized chronologies or summaries?
Absolutely. We can tailor the chronology format to your needs, whether you’re preparing for settlement negotiations, deposition, or court.
Do you provide expert witnesses in all medical specialties?
Yes. We maintain a broad network of board-certified experts in every medical field, including surgery, emergency medicine, neurology, orthopedics, and more.
Can you provide both defense and plaintiff experts?
Yes. We work with both plaintiff and defense firms and ensure that expert selection matches the strategy and focus of your case.
How quickly can you find and retain an expert?
We typically present qualified expert options within 1–3 business days, depending on specialty and availability.
Can your experts provide deposition and trial testimony?
Yes. All of our experts are experienced with legal proceedings and can provide deposition and courtroom testimony when required.
What is your vetting process for experts?
Each expert is thoroughly vetted for board certification, active clinical practice, prior testimony experience, and communication skills.
What is an IME and when is it needed?
An Independent Medical Evaluation is a third-party assessment of a claimant’s condition, often used to verify injury claims or determine permanent impairment. It’s common in personal injury, workers’ comp, and disability cases.
Do you arrange the entire IME process?
Yes. We handle everything—from scheduling with the physician to coordination with the claimant and delivery of the final report.
Where are your IME doctors located?
We offer access to physicians across the country, allowing us to schedule evaluations close to the claimant’s location.
What specialties are available for IMEs?
We can schedule IMEs with specialists in orthopedics, neurology, psychiatry, pain management, internal medicine, and more.
How long does it take to receive an IME report?
Most IME reports are delivered within 7–10 business days after the examination, though expedited services are available if needed.
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