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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Wrongful Death Caused by Nursing Home Neglect and Abuse
We place a great amount of trust into nursing homes that take care of our mothers, fathers, aunts, uncles and other family members. We expect that the people we love will be treated with respect and be provided proper and safe care. When these expectations aren’t met, the consequences can be tragic or even fatal.…
Read MoreBrian Tally Inspires the VA Medical Care and Liability Improvement Act
In 2018, McGowan, Hood, Felder & Phillips, LLC learned about Marine Corps veteran Brian Tally. He was misdiagnosed by doctors in the emergency room at the VA Loma Linda hospital – a diagnosis that was seconded by his own primary care physician at a different VA clinic. What those VA doctors diagnosed as a sprained…
Read MoreA Better Way to Detect Cervical Cancer?
Once women turn 21, most of them start getting an annual pap smear as part of their regular health care. However, new research shows that the human papillomavirus (HPV) test may actually be a more accurate way of detecting cervical cancer. Replacing the pap smear with the HPV test may allow women go longer between…
Read MoreMaking a Claim for Compensation after an Injury at an Amusement Park
One great way to beat the summer heat here in South Carolina is to hit some amusement parks, local fairs, or water parks. Whether you’re visiting South Carolina or a local looking to visit popular parks like Family Kingdom Amusement Park or O.D. Pavilion Amusement Park, theme and water parks are a fun option for…
Read MoreOne Million Chainsaws Recalled Due to Power Switch Problem
Recently, Harbor Freight Tools announced a recall of approximately one million electric chainsaws because of a malfunctioning power switch. According to a U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission report, the power switch on the chainsaw can malfunction and allow the saw to continue running—even after the operator has put the switch in the “Off” position. This…
Read MoreFlu Strain in Dogs Could Jump to Humans, According to Researchers
A new study indicates that “man’s best friend”– dogs – may be the originator of the next deadly flu outbreak to affect humans. Major disease threats up until recently have focused on birds and pigs as the major carriers of influenzas that can affect humans. Traditionally, dogs only tend to carry particular flu strains that…
Read MoreAlarming Surge of Medical Device and Pharmaceutical Recalls in First Quarter of 2018
Medical devices help millions of people. However, many of the devices that are created to help individuals achieve a better quality of life are plagued with poor design issues and manufacturer defects. One of the major problems is manufacturing companies failing to perform or allow the proper testing necessary, to ensure their devices and drugs…
Read MoreDelayed Detection of Excessive Lactate Levels in Sepsis Patients Makes Hospital Deaths More Likely
Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) indicate that 1.5 million cases of sepsis occur each year in the U.S. Among these, about 250,000 Americans die annually as a result of this inflammatory response of the body to infection. Diagnosing sepsis in its early stages is critical to the successful recovery of…
Read MoreDangerous Nipah Virus Poses Risk Worldwide
Over the last 100+ years the world has grown smaller, mobility has accelerated, and whatever happens on the other side of the world can affect our lives within a matter of hours or even faster. This includes what happens with our health. For instance, mosquito borne diseases such as the West Nile virus have infected…
Read MoreAARP in SC Pushes for Increased Funding to Help Vulnerable Adults
In 2016 alone, according to AARP, close to 7,100 vulnerable adults were neglected, abused or exploited in South Carolina. Those statistics represent a 140% increase since 2010. The state agency responsible for providing care to these disabled and elderly adults has not received an increase in funding in almost two decades, according to the director…
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