Trusted Expertise for Complex Medical Cases
Clarity, experience, and precision delivered through 28 years of nursing and 18 years of clinical education.
Medical Record Review
Uncover key details, omissions, and patterns within complex documentation.
I analyze medical records for accuracy, relevance, and completeness, helping attorneys identify critical information that supports case strategy.
Case Chronologies
Organized timelines that clarify the sequence of care.
I create clear, structured chronologies that illuminate medical events and support discovery, expert testimony, and litigation planning.
Standards of Care Evaluation
Insight into whether care met accepted clinical expectations.
I assess medical treatment against professional standards, providing attorneys with evidence-based evaluations to strengthen their case.
About Christy
I’m Christy Ragland, MSN, RN, PHN, LNC, an experienced Registered Nurse with 28 years of clinical nursing experience and 18 years serving as adjunct faculty in nursing education. My career spans multiple specialties including acute care, medical-surgical, mother-baby nursing, home health, and quality assurance through chart audits. Through Ragland Legal Nurse Consulting (RLNC), I help attorneys uncover clinical truth through expert medical record analysis, case chronologies, and compassionate insight. My consulting is rooted in clarity, integrity, and a deep understanding of both bedside care and legal nuance. I specialize in cases involving hospital-based care, including complications during inpatient stays and treatment of complex medical conditions and cases involving care after childbirth, bringing clinical depth and systems thinking to every review. My journey from hospital halls to university halls to courtroom support has been shaped by faith, resilience, and a calling to serve. I believe every case tells a story, and every story deserves to be told with precision and care. Let’s connect if you’re seeking a Legal Nurse Consultant who blends clinical expertise with heart and professionalism.
“Medical records don’t speak, but they tell a story. I bring that story to light with clarity and integrity.” -Christy Ragland
Ready to strengthen your case?
Let’s uncover the truth behind the chart. Whether you need a focused record review, a clear chronology, or insight into standards of care, I’m here to help.