Abbie Citron, RN, BSN, CLNC is a member of the National Alliance of Certified Legal Nurse Consultants, the American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants and has over 20 years of experience in the health care industry.

A Certified Legal Nurse Consultant (CLNC®) is a registered nurse who uses existing expertise (20 years of critical care nursing experience) as a healthcare professional plus specialized training as a CLNC® to consult on medical-related cases.

Through our extensive experience and knowledge, you will receive an expert critical analysis of the medical issues involved in your case. Our goal is to exceed your expectations by interpreting the medical issues and offering you objective opinions in a timely, cost-effective manner. We are an excellent addition to your litigation team.

"Abbie Citron assisted me in winning a seven figure verdict in a medical malpractice suit in a very conservative jurisdiction. Her medical records analysis, chronologies and preparation were first rate."

Mark D. Apelian

BRYMAN & APELIAN

Citron & Associates - 13636 Ventura Blvd. #351 - Sherman Oaks CA 91423

phone: 818-427-9433 - email: abbie.citron@gmail.com - @AbbieCitron

Our Litigation Support Services:

We collaborate with attorneys through all phases of discovery, from the initial client intake through various settlements. Our primary goals are to help you win cases, while saving you time and increasing your profits.

• Screen Medical Cases for Merit
• Organize and Tabulate Medical Records
• Summarize, Critically Analyze, and Interpret Medical Records
• Prepare Reports, Timelines, Chronologies
• Recognize Documents Missing and Possible Evidence of Tampering
• Define Deviations From/Adherence to Standards of Care
• Assess Injuries/Damages and Contributing Factors
• Identify Potential Defendants
• Identify and Locate Expert Witnesses Needed
• Attend and Report on Independent Medical Examinations
• In-Depth Authoritative Literature Research
• Interview Plaintiff and Defense Clients and Key Witnesses
• Review Billing Records
• Compare & Analyze Expert Witness Reports
• Assist in Preparation of Interrogatories and Depositions
• Prepare Exhibit and Demonstrative Evidence
• Review, Analyze and Summarize Depositions

Now specializing in IME-DME RN Observer Services, after providing Legal Nursing Assistance to more than 50 attorneys over the past 8 years.

I frequently accompany plaintiff attorneys’ clients to their Defense Medical Examinations. I have attended more than 500 orthopedic, neurological, ophthalmology, plastic surgery, gynecological, and neuro-psychiatric exams.

I educate and prepare the injured client regarding the scope of the exam. If need be, I can pick up the client and drive them to the exam.

Your client will appreciate having an experienced nurse as their advocate at the exam, as I am very assertive in assuring that the response to demand stipulations are upheld and that liability issues are not discussed.

I time, observe, document and audio record the entire examination. As a health care professional, I know how to assess the MD and the test he does and whether they are done correctly. I know inconsistencies to look for. I'm your eyes and ears. I can testify as a rebuttal witness if necessary.

In a timely manner, you will receive a recording of the exam with a written report tailored to your needs. These are beneficial for use at depositions, arbitrations, and/or trials.

• After a free initial consultation, we will work within your budget to determine a plan and work product that will meet your needs.

• Our fees are affordable and billed at a competitive hourly rate.

• Risk-free guarantee. If for any reason you are not satisfied with our work product, notify us within 10 business days and we will revise our work product to meet your specifications. OR, we will keep working until you are satisfied.

"For my expert search Abbie immediately understood what we needed and located experienced and authoritative and well respected experts."

- Bernard Freedman, JD, MPH
   Health Law Attorney, Bioethics Consultant; CME Lecturer

Fox and Fox Law Corp

"Abbie is my link to the world of forensic medicine, solving complex medical-legal issues and then delivering the experts and authoritative sources to back her up. Abbie is a valuable partner in any complex injury or malpractice case."

-James E. Fox, Esq.

Bryman & Apelian

"I cannot tell you how pleased I was with the professional services you provided to my firm. Your analysis of all of the medical records and nursing notes along with the chronologies you provided allowed me to obtain a healthy settlement with the Hospital Defendant and to obtain a very satisfying seven figure verdict against the Dr. Defendant who would not offer a penny! My success in a very conservative small town courtroom would never have taken place but for your involvement. Your preparation was first rate!"

-Mark Apelian

Gordon, Edelstein, Krepack, Grant, Felton & Goldstein

"Excellent Analysis!"

-Gary Stern

The Law Offices of William H. Newkirk, LLP

"With a lot of medical record review services available to choose from, I called Abbie Citron on a new, complicated medical malpractice wrongful death claim to see what kind of work she did. I was very pleased that she was conscientious, thorough, prompt, and affordable. Now, Citron & Associates are at the top of my list."

-Bill Newkirk

The Law Offices of Mark West

"Ms. Citron's prompt, concise and thorough review of medical records was impressive. Her chronological outline was immensely helpful in organizing thoughts and questions for deposition and trial preparation. She knows her stuff!"

-Mark West

Medical Reviewer for the Garretson Firm, 9/11 Allocation Fund 2010-2011

Certificate in Healthcare Risk Management - University of Florida 2012

Presenter for AALNC Webinar "Independent/Defense Medical Examinations" 2015

Proud member of Los Angeles County Disaster Healthcare Volunteers

Presenter at National Business Institute (NBI): "Tramatic Brain Injuries - Anatomy and Physiology 101 For Attorneys" - September 27, 2011