At The Hornbuckle Firm, we don’t just talk about justice—we pursue it relentlessly. This week, as reported in the Bellingham Herald, our team is in Whatcom County Superior Court, representing Patricia Parker and her husband in a high-stakes medical negligence trial that has been years in the making.
In April 2018, Ms. Parker fell asleep in the waiting room at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center. When she awakened, she had vision loss in both eyes, a clear sign of stroke. Instead of receiving the urgent neurological care she needed, she was misdiagnosed with a psychological condition—conversion disorder—by the attending physician, Dr. Ralph Weiche.
This misdiagnosis resulted in a critical delay in treatment. Ms. Parker had suffered an occipital stroke, permanent vision loss, and a severe decline in mobility. The consequences have been life-altering—not only for her, but for her family.
Now, nearly seven years later, The Hornbuckle Firm is proud to stand beside the Parker family as we present their case to a jury. We are seeking justice for the pain, suffering, and loss they have endured—and accountability from those responsible.
This case is a powerful reminder of the importance of experienced legal representation in complex medical negligence claims. At The Hornbuckle Firm, we bring decades of experience, deep medical-legal knowledge, and unwavering dedication to every client we serve.
If you or someone you love has been harmed by a medical error, don’t wait. Contact us today to learn how we can help you fight for the justice you deserve.
