Nadrich, Jeffrey

Background and Experience

David Murphy has been a lawyer for 35 years and has helped thousands of clients with their legal problems. Many lawyers claim to be litigators, but the reality is that very few of them actually try cases in court when negotiations fail. As a result their clients could end up with less compensation that they deserve because insurance companies know that certain lawyers will never try a case.

Early in his career, David spent several years in the Monroe County District Attorney's Office, and appeared in court virtually every single day, acquiring experience that has benefited him his entire career. When his clients find it necessary to engage in litigation to enforce their rights, his adversaries know that he will seek justice before a jury if adequate compensation is not offered.

Not every case is accepted

Courthouses throughout the country are overloaded with matters that should not have been sued, but are brought in the hope that an insurance company might offer some money to dispose of a claim. In today's economy, that rarely happens. It is, therefore, important to take only those cases that have merit and substance. Frivolous lawsuits clog up the courts and harm everyone in the system.

Despite a public perception that medical malpractice cases are rampant, these matters are rarely sued without a very careful review of both liability and damages. Doctors fight these claims of medical malpractice very aggressively. These cases can cost tens of thousands of dollars to fully prosecute, so it is imperative that only the most meritorious cases are accepted. It is unfair to a patient to have to suffer from the consequences of medical treatment and then lose a malpractice case years later. Although David turns away most malpractice cases, the ones he has accepted have always yielded a favorable result to his clients.

David never charges an initial consultation fee

People should feel comfortable calling a lawyer and talking about their situation without fear of getting a bill in the mail. If and when he decides to accept the case, he will discuss with you the fees and expenses you are likely to incur so that you can make an informed decision whether or not to proceed. As the case progresses, you'll receive periodic updates and copies of all relevant documents for your review. David considers your case to be a partnership between you and him, and no significant decisions will be made without your knowledge and approval. Because the legal fees in all personal injury and medical malpractice cases are contingent upon the outcome, you will owe nothing for his time and effort unless he recovers compensation for you.

Some examples of Mr. Murphy's medical malpractice verdicts and settlements* include:

Patient has Nerve damage after knee surgery: verdict $ 1.6 million
Patient dies from undiagnosed heart condition: verdict $ 1.1 million
Patient has complications from abdominal infection: verdict $ 1.5 million
Patient has complications from untreated infection: Settlement $3 million
Patient's cancer improperly treated: Settlement $1.2 million
Patient's bile duct injured during surgery. Settlement $287,500

Some examples of Mr. Murphy's personal injury verdicts and settlements* include:

Child sustaims permanent injuries in the motor vehicle accident:  Settlement $9.3 million
Woman permanently injured in fall at recreation facility:  Verdict:  $500,000
Man injured in elevator accident:  Settlement:  $350,000