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Expert witness/legal consultant: the importance of data collection.

Claims resulting from medical negligence are increasing at an alarming rate, resulting in an increasing demand for nursing specialists who can act as a legal consultant or expert witness. This article reviews the role of the nurse as a legal consult and/or expert witness, emphasizes the importance of data collection, and offers a list of healthcare-related documents, records, materials, and other evidence to assist the consultant.