Business Details
24 Years
experience
Trusted Medical Malpractice Lawyers in New York
Gurfein Douglas LLP was founded in 2002 by Richard Gurfein and Preston Douglas, combining decades of legal expertise with scientific and engineering backgrounds to deliver exceptional advocacy for clients. Our practice focuses exclusively on severe personal injury cases, including medical malpractice, product liability, and motor vehicle accidents, leveraging technical knowledge to uncover critical evidence others overlook. Recognized in Best Law Firms, Best Lawyers, and Super Lawyers for over a decade, we have secured landmark verdicts exceeding $110 million, driven by a singular commitment to representing injured individuals.Our contingency fee model ensures clients face no financial risk, as we only recover payment upon achieving successful outcomes. With a track record of high-profile settlements and jury awards, we prioritize personalized service, transparency, and relentless pursuit of justice for our clients.
Services
Medical Malpractice
Personal Injury
Product Liability
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Wrongful Death
Premises Liability
Construction Accidents
Defective Devices
Birth Injuries
Erb's Palsy
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 48 years of combined experience in personal injury litigation.
- Our attorneys hold scientific and engineering backgrounds to analyze complex cases.
- We work on a contingency fee basis with no upfront costs.
- Recognized in national legal directories for excellence and leadership.
- Secured top medical malpractice verdicts in New York State history.
Associations and certifications
- Best Law Firms
- Best Lawyers
- Super Lawyers
What people say
Landmark $110M verdict
Dedicated legal team
Transparent process
Life-changing settlements
Scientific expertise
Services
Medical Malpractice
We represent clients harmed by medical errors, including misdiagnosis, surgical mistakes, and birth injuries. Our attorneys combine legal expertise with scientific knowledge to prove negligence and secure compensation for long-term care. With a track record of $100M+ verdicts, we focus on cases involving hospitals, doctors, and healthcare facilities.
Personal Injury
Our firm handles severe injury cases from motor vehicle accidents, construction site incidents, and defective products. We investigate negligence, document damages, and pursue full compensation for medical expenses and lost wages. Clients benefit from our contingency fee model and decades of trial experience.
Product Liability
We hold manufacturers accountable for unsafe products causing injury, including medical devices and machinery. Our engineering background identifies design and manufacturing flaws to build strong cases. Recent successes include a $1.5M verdict for a crushed hand injury in industrial equipment cases.
Wrongful Death
We assist families in pursuing justice for preventable deaths due to medical errors, accidents, or negligence. Our compassionate approach secures compensation for funeral costs, lost income, and emotional trauma. We have recovered millions in verdicts against hospitals and negligent parties.
Motor Vehicle Accidents
We handle complex auto, truck, and bus accident cases, including pedestrian and motorcycle collisions. Our team proves liability through accident reconstruction and expert testimony to maximize compensation for catastrophic injuries. Recent results include a $6.78M school bus accident verdict.
People
Richard Gurfein
Founding Partner
Co-founder with over 48 years of experience in personal injury law, specializing in medical malpractice and complex litigation. Holds engineering background to analyze technical evidence.
Preston Douglas
Founding Partner
Co-founder recognized for scientific expertise in product liability and medical device cases, with a track record of multi-million-dollar settlements.
Regina Colona
Paralegal
Supports case preparation with 15+ years of experience in personal injury documentation and client coordination.
Ken Lo
Office Manager
Manages daily operations and client communications, ensuring efficient case progression and administrative oversight.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve New York City, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester Counties, and parts of New Jersey including Newark and East Orange.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free case reviews with no obligation to discuss your legal options and potential compensation.
How are your fees structured?
We work on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing unless we win your case.
What types of cases do you handle?
We specialize in medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and wrongful death cases with severe injuries.
Can you handle complex medical cases?
Yes, our attorneys have scientific and engineering backgrounds to analyze complex medical evidence and prove negligence.
What is your success record?
We have secured over $100 million in verdicts and settlements, including New York's largest medical malpractice award.
