In this compelling episode of Lawyers Who Care, host Andrew Samalin interviews Randy Hood, Founding Partner of McGowan, Hood, Felder & Phillips in South Carolina. Randy opens up about his journey from managing shoe stores to becoming a nationally recognized personal injury and medical malpractice attorney dedicated to helping clients through life-changing tragedies.

Randy shares the story of his first major case — a nursing home fire that set the course for his career — and discusses how empathy and emotional connection are essential in representing people who have suffered catastrophic injuries. He also offers practical advice for maintaining compassion and mental resilience while fighting for justice.

Topics covered:

• From retail to representing the seriously injured

• Building a personal injury practice rooted in empathy

• Balancing emotional involvement and professional focus

• Lessons from landmark cases in catastrophic injury law

• Staying resilient through clients’ toughest moments

Connect with Randy Hood:

Phone: (704) 281-5949

Website: mcgowanhood.com

LinkedIn: Randall Hood

LinkedIn: McGowan Hood Felder & Phillips LLC