Session Information
AALNC 2008 National Educational Conference
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402: Deposition and Trial Testimony: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly- Part 1
Track : Depositions and Expert Witness Testimony
Program Code: 402
Date: Saturday, April 12, 2008
Time: 8:00 AM to 9:15 AM  EST
Location: Grand Salons A-E
SPEAKER (S):
 Cynthia Mikos, BSN MBA JD
Description
Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the differences between preparing for and testifying at depositions and trials as a fact witness, defendant and expert.

2. Identify the special considerations and risks applicable to licensed individuals who testify.

Part 1 of 2: Members of the Tampa Chapter of the American Association of Nurse
Attorneys will provide a panel session on preparing for and testifying at depositions and trials as a fact witness, defendant or expert. The session will include mock testimony of a nurse at deposition and trial. Also, the panelists will discuss the special concerns applicable to licensed individuals such as nurses and the risk of licensure complaints and criminal charges associated with adverse incidents, alleged malpractice and testimony.