Over 70 Years Combined Experience Fighting for Families Affected by Medical Malpractice Leading to Adult Brain Injuries and Birth Injuries
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Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider’s negligence results in serious harm to a patient. At Donahue & Horrow LLP, we represent individuals and families affected by a wide range of medical errors, including birth injuries, catastrophic brain injuries, wrongful death, surgical mistakes, and other forms of medical negligence. These errors can have devastating, life-altering consequences for patients and their loved ones.
Examples of medical malpractice may include improper medication administration, failure to monitor a patient’s condition, delayed diagnosis, surgical errors, and not meeting the standard of care required in critical situations. Whether the harm involves a newborn, an adult, or results in the loss of a loved one, our team is dedicated to helping clients navigate the legal complexities of these cases.
If you believe that a medical mistake has impacted you or your family, Donahue & Horrow LLP is prepared to guide you through the legal process so you can focus on what matters most. At Donahue & Horrow LLP, we are committed to advocating for the rights of those affected by medical malpractice.
We are committed to holding healthcare professionals accountable. Working with our team of medical experts we will look in detail at the circumstances of your situation to assess whether negligence occurred, in other words, did the medical team caring for your loved ones act in a way below the standard of applicable medical care causing injury.
The extent of the injury may be readily apparent, in other situations, it may be years until the full impact is known as perhaps developmental milestones are missed or delayed. The most important action you can take is contacting Donahue & Horrow LLP as soon as possible. There are very strict time limitations, including time limitations that must be met against healthcare providers and it is important you contact a legal professional as soon as possible.
There are a wide range of injuries that babies or mothers can suffer from. The important reminder is that the injury must be the result of medical services that were below the standard of care and also were the cause of the injury.
Some of the more common include:
Founding Partner
Throughout his distinguished career spanning over three decades, Tom Donahue has dedicated himself to representing victims of medical negligence, with a particular focus on helping families affected by birth injuries and medical errors. His unwavering commitment to honesty and integrity, combined with his extensive trial experience, has established him as a respected advocate in medical malpractice litigation. Tom’s deep understanding of complex medical issues and his ability to effectively communicate these concepts to juries has resulted in numerous multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements, including a landmark $8 million settlement for two separate families with a child injured at birth.
Partner
As a partner at Donahue & Horrow, Nichole Podgurski has established herself as a formidable advocate for victims of medical malpractice, helping secure millions in compensation for families affected by medical negligence. Her meticulous approach to case preparation, combined with her genuine compassion for clients, has been instrumental in achieving justice for families facing the devastating effects of medical errors. Recognized as a Super Lawyer Rising Star for five consecutive years, Nichole’s dedication to protecting patients’ rights and her ability to navigate complex medical litigation has made her an invaluable advocate for families seeking accountability for medical negligence. Her work alongside Tom Donahue has strengthened the firm’s reputation as a leading voice for victims of medical malpractice.
When medical negligence affects your family, particularly your child, the impact reaches far beyond the immediate injury. We understand you are facing a lifetime of medical challenges, emotional trauma, and uncertainty about your child's future. Our team understands the profound impact that medical errors have on the entire family and work to help provide lifetime medical care for your disabled child.
Our firm has built a distinguished reputation challenging major healthcare institutions, with particular expertise in birth injury and cerebral palsy cases. Tom Donahue has dedicated his entire career to helping families affected by medical negligence, establishing himself as a respected advocate in this complex field of law.
Medical malpractice cases require extensive knowledge of both medicine and law. We work with leading and credible medical experts to thoroughly investigate what went wrong, establish the standard of care, and prove how the breach in the standard of care caused the harm.
Medical malpractice cases are deeply personal, often involving devastating injuries to loved ones. We take time to understand your unique situation, explain complex medical issues clearly, and support you through every step of the legal process. Our clients consistently praise not just our legal expertise, but our compassion and dedication during these challenging times.
We understand the financial burden of caring for an injured child or family member. That's why we handle all medical malpractice cases on a contingency basis – you pay nothing unless we win your case. We advance all costs of litigation, including expert witnesses and medical reviews, allowing you to focus on your loved one’s care and recovery.
We intentionally limit our medical malpractice caseload to ensure each family receives the focused attention they deserve. When you work with us, you'll have direct access to our experienced partners throughout your case. We believe this personal approach leads to better outcomes in complex medical negligence cases.
Medical malpractice cases have very strict legal deadlines and require immediate investigation to preserve critical evidence. When you contact us, we respond quickly to protect your rights, secure medical records, and begin building your case with our network of medical experts.
Sometimes complications during pregnancy or delivery are unavoidable, but many birth injuries result from preventable medical errors. Our experienced team will carefully review your medical records with expert consultants to determine if proper standards of care were followed during your pregnancy and delivery.
Every case has strict deadlines that must be met to protect your rights. We encourage you to contact us as soon as possible if you suspect medical negligence, as early investigation often leads to stronger cases and better outcomes for families.
We handle all birth injury cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we secure compensation for your family. We advance all costs of litigation, including medical expert reviews and investigations, allowing you to focus on your child’s care.
While every case is unique, birth injury cases are complex and require thorough investigation and expert analysis. We work diligently to move your case forward while ensuring we build the strongest possible case to secure the resources your child needs for long-term care.
We fight for compensation to cover all aspects of your child’s needs, including current and future medical care, therapy, specialized equipment, educational support, and lifetime care requirements. Our goal is to ensure your child has access to the best possible care and opportunities.
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Serving All of California and Washington
There is no substitute for experience. Whether you have a medical claim, birth injury, brain injury, or wrongful death case, we are uniquely qualified to assist you. Or, if you are dealing with an insurance denial or a bad faith disability claim, we have what it takes to successfully pursue your claim and get what you and your family deserve.
Main Office
1960 E. Grand Avenue, Suite 1215
El Segundo, CA 90245
Phone: 310-322-0300
Toll Free: 877-664-5407
Fax: 310-322-0302
Satellite Office
100 N HOWARD ST #6564
Spokane, WA 99201
Phone: 206-875-1875