Randy is the former President of the South Carolina Association for Justice. He has been certified by the American Board of Professional Liability as a specialist in Medical Malpractice Law which is recognized by the South Carolina Bar. Randy has also been awarded the distinction of being a “Super Lawyer” 10 times in the last decade. He has over 25 years of experience helping injured people fight back against corporations, hospitals and wrong-doers.
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Dangerous Lung Cancer Misdiagnoses Are More Common Than You Think
When it comes to cancer, a delayed diagnosis can have a significant impact on a patient’s prognosis. This is particularly true for lung cancer, as the disease can spread rapidly and become more difficult to treat as time goes on. Unfortunately, lung cancer misdiagnoses are not uncommon. Many patients have experienced delayed or missed diagnoses…
Read MoreWashington State Court Holds That Amazon Can Be Held Liable for Providing Suicide Kits
The families of two young men have filed a lawsuit against Amazon, alleging that the company sold so-called “suicide kits,” which the men used to take their own lives. Amazon asked the courts to dismiss the lawsuit, but their motion was denied on January 19, 2024. What is the suicide kit wrongful death lawsuit against…
Read MoreCongratulations to the McGowan, Hood, Felder & Phillips Team For Being Named Super Lawyers and Super Lawyers Rising Stars!
We’d like to extend our sincerest congratulations to everyone at the McGowan, Hood, Felder & Phillips law firm who has been named to the Super Lawyers and Super Lawyers Rising Stars lists! This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than five percent of attorneys in the state. The following lawyers made the list for…
Read MoreCan Preeclampsia Lead to Cerebral Palsy?
Preeclampsia is a pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure and damage to organs, such as the liver and kidneys. If left untreated, it can lead to serious health consequences for both the mother and the fetus. One of those potential consequences is cerebral palsy, a neurological disorder that affects movement, posture, and muscle tone.…
Read MorePredators Running Child Sex Trafficking Ring in Columbia, SC Face Life in Prison
Sex trafficking survivors can also seek justice through the civil courts Four alleged child predators are facing multiple charges in federal court for running a sex trafficking ring in Columbia, South Carolina. Per the indictment, the Post and Courier reports, at least three children were victims of this ring, and one may have been transported…
Read MoreRandy Hood Interviewed by David Lease About Sexual Abuse Lawsuits Against U.S. Figure Skating, Mark Cockerell
McGowan, Hood, Felder & Phillips is representing multiple victims of sexual abuse and assault in lawsuits against U.S. Figure Skating, coach Mark Cockerell, and skating rinks. Partner Randy Hood, who is representing these victims, recently sat down for an interview with David Lease, co-creator and host of The Skating Lesson. During this hour-long interview, Mr.…
Read MoreMcGowan, Hood, Felder & Phillips Files Federal Sexual Misconduct Lawsuit, Names National Figure Skating Governing Body
McGowan, Hood, Felder & Phillips, LLC has filed multiple lawsuits against multiple parties on behalf of survivors who say they were sexually abused by their skating coach. S. Randall “Randy” Hood and Chad McGowan, and Bakari Sellers, Jessica Fickling, Alexandra Benevento, and Pete Strom of Strom Law Firm, are representing the victims. We have reason…
Read MoreCongratulations to Ashley Creech, Honored by South Carolina Lawyers Weekly
The entire team at McGowan, Hood, Felder & Phillips extends its congratulations to Attorney Ashley Creech as she is included in South Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s “Leadership in the Law” Class of 2023! “Leadership in the Law” is an annual award that celebrates lawyers who are setting the standard for other lawyers. Leaders’ accomplishments include outstanding…
Read MoreYouth Pastor Charged with First-Degree Sexual Exploitation, Voyeurism
Another youth pastor has been arrested for inappropriate sexual behavior. This time, it’s 35-year-old Daniel Kellan Mayfield from the First Baptist Gowensville Church in Landrum. According to WBTV, Mayfield “admitted to videotaping a woman while she was in the shower May 27…. Following this incident, deputies in Greenville County investigated and discovered that Mayfield allegedly…
Read MoreTop 10 Causes of Fatal Truck Accidents
Truck accidents are more deadly than most other types of vehicle accidents including car accidents. The size, weight, and mass of a truck mean that when a truck and a smaller vehicle collide, the smaller vehicle will absorb most of the force of the collision. More force means more serious injuries and a greater likelihood…
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