Elder Abuse

Elder abuse cases are complex and emotionally charged, with medical evidence playing a crucial role. Subtle injuries or conditions related to aging can easily be misinterpreted as abuse. As a criminal defense attorney, having a forensic trial nurse on your team is essential for thoroughly evaluating and challenging medical findings.

A forensic trial nurse with expertise in elder abuse cases can:

Analyze medical records to distinguish between natural aging processes, pre-existing conditions, and actual signs of abuse.

Identify inconsistencies in the prosecution’s medical evidence, challenging assumptions that injuries are the result of abuse.

Provide alternative explanations for bruises, fractures, and other injuries, often related to medical conditions such as osteoporosis, falls, or medication side effects.

Clarify medical jargon for the court, ensuring the jury fully understands the medical evidence and how it supports your defense.

Offer expert testimony that questions the validity of abuse allegations, while providing insight into the typical challenges of caring for elderly individuals.

In elder abuse cases, the difference between conviction and acquittal can hinge on how well the medical evidence is understood and presented. A forensic trial nurse provides the critical expertise needed to examine this evidence and present a stronger, more nuanced defense.