Why are medical records important in a car accident insurance claim?

November 8, 2021
Medical Records, MRR Basics

After suffering injuries from a car accident, your client may be counting on their auto insurance policy to pay off their medical bills and other expenses. Unfortunately, their insurance claim may be wrongly denied due to weak documentation. You should advise your client to seek medical attention immediately after

Tips for handling workers’ compensation claims

October 26, 2021
MRR Basics, Personal Injury Litigation

If your client suffered a work-related injury or illness, they may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits that may cover the following: Medical expenses Ongoing care costs Lost wages Vocational rehabilitation costs Funeral expenses Unfortunately, workers’ compensation claims — even legitimate ones — can be unjustly denied by insurers.

Types of medical records that are important in disability claims

October 13, 2021
Medical Records

We Americans are known the world over for our work ethic. In 2013, 8.3% of workers worked multiple jobs to make ends meet. Furthermore, we’re reluctant to take leaves or vacations. Owning a business or having a job is our way of realizing our very own American dream, but

How law firms can best deal with demanding clients

October 11, 2021
Law firms, MRR Basics

Law firms that have been in practice for a long time have had their fair share of demanding clients. These clients can range from those who push for quick responses — even after office hours — to those who frequently complain and are overly aggressive, insistent on getting exactly

What lawyers need to know about how a medical chronology is prepared

September 29, 2021
Law firms, Medical Records, MRR Basics

The health and medical condition of a person is a combination of various factors ranging from genetics, past and present environmental conditions, and lifestyle, among others. Making sense of all these can be difficult for a non-medical attorney handling a medico-legal case, such as a personal injury claim or

Importance of medical images in personal injury cases

September 3, 2021
Medical Records, MRR Basics

When a plaintiff accuses another party of harming them and causing them grievous injury, the burden of proof lies on that plaintiff. However, the extent of some physical injuries can’t be determined just by conducting a visual examination. In fact, some injuries affect internal organs and don’t show external

The role of medical records in workers’ compensation claims

August 19, 2021
Medical Records, MRR Basics

Despite all safety measures that a business has in place, employees may still get into workplace accidents or suffer from work-related illnesses. When these situations occur, injured or sick employees (or their beneficiaries) in the United States can file for a workers’ compensation claim to secure the following benefits:

How law firms can save time and money by availing radiology imaging retrieval services

July 30, 2021
Law firms, MRR Basics

During court trials, many workers’ compensation and personal injury lawyers in the United States present ultrasounds, X-rays, and other radiology images that depict their clients’ injuries or illnesses. These images help jurors better understand the medical jargon used in the courtroom, enabling them to make informed decisions. However, the

Importance of medical records summaries for lawyers

July 16, 2021
Medical Records

Medical records play a highly crucial role in personal injury lawsuits and workers compensation claims. They establish your client’s health condition before, during, and after an incident. They also detail the cause, severity, and prognosis of your client’s injury. However, medical records tend to be lengthy, complex, and full

How the pandemic has changed legal practice in America

June 23, 2021
Event Report, Law firms

With more and more people getting vaccinated in the United States, a lot of COVID-19 restrictions have already been lifted. Everywhere, there are signs that things are starting to return to normal — baseball stadiums are now packed with fans, trade shows and live music events are resuming, and

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