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$3.5 Million Recovery For Child That Suffered Severe Brain Injury Due to Medical Malpractice

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Mom and Dad called our office, not knowing what to think. They had just been told their son would never overcome his disabling injuries. He would never finish school, he would never be able to work, and he would require life-long medical support and interventions just to survive. They were dazed and had no idea where to turn.

Their son’s case was extremely complex and involved several types of malpractice that three doctors had committed. When Mom and Dad told us the story of their son’s injuries, we were unsure whether or not his permanently disabling injuries were the result of the doctor’s malpractice. These cases are extremely complex, and despite our extensive experience in the field, the answers to Mom and Dad’s questions were not immediately apparent.

We went to work. We gathered the necessary medical records and not only reviewed those records internally but presented them to three highly qualified and nationally recognized medical experts for their review/opinions. Those experts supported the case and helped us identify and execute an effective strategy to hold the negligent doctors responsible for the injuries they had caused. Ultimately, the case was settled at trial. We put on a strong and compelling case, and ultimately, the defendant’s insurance company offered enough money to protect our clients and their son for the rest of their lives. The case didn’t have obvious merit at the outset. However, our experience, coupled with a thorough investigation with distinguished experts, helped us turn an unknown into a powerful case and helped this family get the justice they deserved.

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Michael S. Porter
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Michael S. Porter
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Originally from Upstate New York, Mike built a distinguished legal career after graduating from Harvard University and earning his juris doctor degree from Syracuse University College of Law. He served as a Captain in the United States Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps, gaining expertise in trial work, and is now a respected trial attorney known for securing multiple million-dollar results for his clients while actively participating in legal organizations across Upstate NY.

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Eric C. Nordby
Legally Reviewed on January 31, 2024
Eric C. Nordby
Personal Injury Attorney

Eric, with nearly three decades of experience in personal injury litigation, holds a law degree with honors from the University at Buffalo School of Law and a Bachelor's Degree from Cornell University. His extensive career encompasses diverse state and federal cases, resulting in substantial client recoveries, and he actively engages in legal associations while frequently lecturing on legal topics.

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