In a nutshell, that is precisely what a well-drafted Life Care Plan achieves! At Mary Meinhard & Associates, we are dedicated to providing credible, evidence-based Life Care Plans for:
- Both Plaintiff and Defense, with about 50/50 retention
- Critique/Rebuttal Life Care Plans for Plaintiff and Defense
- Joint Life Care Plans, when both sides are working together
- “Mini” Life Care Plans for mediation purposes, if your goal is settlement, and you need a quick turnaround
We are also experienced in preparing Life Care Plans for Workers’ Compensation Claims Applicants, Rebuttal/Reserve Setting Life Care Plans for Workers’ Compensation Carriers, and, we have successfully assisted clients in demonstrating hardship by using a Life Care Plan to portray future medical needs in Bankruptcy and Medical Lien Cases.
At Mary Meinhard & Associates, we are experienced in preparing Life Care Plans for all age groups, and, for a wide range of injuries, diseases and illnesses, including, but not limited to:
- Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Spinal Cord Injuries/Paralysis/Neurological Injuries
- Severe Burns
- Amputations
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Orthopedic Injuries
- Toxic Exposure
- Inhalation Injuries
- Organ Failure and Transplantation
- Survived Cardiac/Respiratory Arrest
- Aids/Aids Related Complex
- Birth-Related Injuries
- Anoxic/Hypoxic Brain Injuries
- Ventilator Dependency
- Epilepsy
- Stroke
- Visual/Hearing Loss or Impairment
- Diabetes/Complications of Diabetes
- Chronic Pain/Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
- Psychiatric Disorders
As defined by the International Academy of Life Care Planners, 2003. Established during the 2000 Life Care Planning Summit.
- Procedural/Surgical Intervention
- Home Care/Home Maintenance/Facility Care
- Future Medical Care/Aggressive Treatment
- Future Procedural/Surgical Intervention
- Routine Future Medical Care
- Diagnostic Testing
- Orthotics/Prosthetics/Therapeutic Equipment
- Orthopedic Equipment
- Psychological Services
- Projected Evaluations
- Projected Therapeutic Modalities
- Wheelchair Accessories/Maintenance
- Home Furnishings/Accessories
- Aids for Independent Function
- Vocational/Educational Services
- Supplies
- Medications
- Transportation
- Architectural Renovations
- Leisure Time/Recreational
- Legal Needs
A Life Care Plan is tailored to meet the specific needs of an individual and his/her family, and, clearly identifies the cost of each recommended item; the replacement schedule; dates of implementation and suspension; and, the name of the professional qualified to make each recommendation. Items included in the Life Care Plan should have a greater than 50% probability of being needed; any items holding less probability, or likely needed irrespective of the disability/injury, should be appropriately caveated. Variations between plans of individuals with similar disabilities/injuries will occur due to unique individual characteristics.


- In-depth, detailed Plaintiff Assessment, when access to Plaintiff is allowed. This includes evaluation of his/her living environment and frequently reveals overlooked facts that can prove vital to the outcome of your case
- Collateral interviews with family, friends, and percipient witnesses – these are often instrumental in corroborating recommendations and items included within the Life Care Plan (or their exclusion, as the case may be)
- Assistance with identification and location of Experts
- Liability Medicare Set-Aside Arrangements (LMSAs) and Workers Compensation Set-Aside Arrangements (WCMSAs)