We are dedicated to the pursuit of justice for those who have been wrongfully injured at no fault of their own. Whether you have been injured by a reckless driver, defective product or a doctor’s misdiagnosis, Gordon & Partners is committed to fighting for the MAXIMUM amount of compensation you deserve.
Injuries caused by misdiagnosis are often severe, and when a person has pneumonia, this mistake can cost the patient his or her life. It is the duty of the physician to observe the symptoms and diagnose the condition correctly. If there is negligence or a breach in the duty of care owed to the patient, […] Read More
Healthcare-associated infections are a national patient safety problem. One out of every 25 patients are affected at any given time across the U.S. health care system. These infections cause tens of thousands of deaths each year and yet are often preventable. If you have acquired a healthcare-associated infection while receiving other medical care, contact our […] Read More
January is National Birth Defects Prevention Month. The 2019 theme is “Best for You. Best for Baby.” While many birth defects in the U.S. are preventable, a child can still be born with complications resulting from medical negligence due to inadequate care and improper treatments during the course of pregnancy. The National Birth Defects Prevention […] Read More
Patients have the right to certain information before undergoing medical treatment. This allows them to provide informed consent before receiving medical care. Informed consent communicates to a patient the benefits and risks associated with a particular course of treatment. If a health care provider fails to obtain a patient’s informed consent and causes injury, the […] Read More
It is National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month and an important time to learn about spinal cord injuries and the potential impact that they may have on a victim’s life. Spinal cord injuries can happen for many reasons, including medical malpractice . When a health care provider acts in a careless manner and fails to […] Read More
Health care providers and hospitals are expected to provide patients competent medical treatment that upholds the medical community’s standards. When a doctor or medical facility’s failure to meet these standards results in a patient’s injury or death, the at-fault party can be held liable for medical malpractice . If you or someone you love has […] Read More
Cerebral palsy is a permanent neurological disorder that causes impaired muscle coordination and severe disruption in the body’s nervous system. While this condition can occur for a variety of reasons during pregnancy or shortly after birth, in some instances, cerebral palsy is a direct result of medical malpractice . If you suspect that your child’s […] Read More
Medical errors are the third highest cause of death in the United States and account for 10 percent of deaths in the U.S., according to a study by Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. And with nearly 30 percent of adults taking five or more medications at any given time, according to the Centers for Disease […] Read More
Medical malpractice occurs when a health care provider’s care falls below the standard level of care for the area and his or her specialty. While it is possible to hold the health care provider liable for any injuries resulting from poor care, in some situations, it may also be possible to hold the hospital liable. […] Read More
Acquiring an infection while at a medical facility is not uncommon, and certain surgical procedures may increase the chance of an infection. However, when an infection is caused by negligence or if standard guidelines are not followed by doctors, nurses and other members of hospital staff, the negligent party could be held liable. At Gordon […] Read More