Nerve Damage During Surgery: Your Legal Options

Nerve Damage Malpractice | Bounds Law Group

Suffering from nerve damage medical malpractice during surgery can be an incredibly distressing experience. The physical and emotional toll of a nerve injury can leave you facing chronic pain, disability, and a significantly diminished quality of life. If you or a loved one has been harmed by surgical errors leading to nerve damage, it’s crucial to understand your legal options. At Bounds Law Group, we are dedicated to helping victims of medical malpractice pursue the justice and compensation they deserve. Our experienced attorneys will guide you through every step of the legal process, ensuring that your rights are protected and that you receive the compensation needed to address the long-term effects of your injury.

What Is Nerve Damage Medical Malpractice?

Nerve damage medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider, such as a surgeon, anesthesiologist, or nurse, acts negligently during surgery or fails to prevent avoidable nerve injury. The standard of care requires medical professionals to perform procedures competently and avoid unnecessary harm.

Common causes of surgical nerve damage include:

Improper use of surgical instruments
Failure to identify or protect nerves during procedures
Incorrect incisions or excessive pressure
Mistakes in administering anesthesia
Positioning errors during long surgeries

When any of these acts of negligence result in permanent nerve injury, patients have the right to hold those responsible accountable through a medical malpractice lawsuit.

Symptoms of Nerve Damage After Surgery

Victims of nerve damage medical malpractice may begin to experience symptoms immediately following surgery or days later. These symptoms can be localized or widespread, depending on the location and severity of the nerve injury.

Common symptoms include:

Tingling or burning sensations
Muscle weakness or atrophy
Numbness or loss of sensation
Shooting or stabbing pain
Decreased coordination
Paralysis in severe cases

If you’re experiencing any of these signs following a medical procedure, it’s crucial to seek both medical and legal assistance immediately. Quick action can help preserve evidence and improve your chances of success in a malpractice claim.

Common Surgeries Where Nerve Damage Can Occur

Nerve injuries can happen during a variety of routine and complex surgeries. Unfortunately, some of these errors occur during procedures where nerve location and preservation are standard knowledge among trained professionals.

Some of the most common surgeries involving nerve damage medical malpractice include:

Spinal surgery – Damage to the spinal cord or nerves can cause partial or complete paralysis.
Orthopedic surgery – Hip, knee, or shoulder procedures may result in nerve entrapment or cutting.
Dental surgery – Oral surgeons may damage the trigeminal nerve, leading to facial numbness.
Gallbladder removal – Misidentification of nerve pathways during laparoscopic procedures.
Cesarean sections – Nerve trauma during delivery affecting mother or child.
Plastic surgery – Improper technique may affect facial nerves and disfigurement.

Proving Nerve Damage Medical Malpractice

Winning a nerve damage medical malpractice case requires a thorough investigation and presentation of compelling evidence. At Bounds Law Group, we work with top medical experts to analyze every aspect of your case and prove:

A duty of care existed between you and the medical provider.
The provider breached that duty by acting negligently.
The breach directly caused your nerve injury.
You suffered damages, including medical costs, pain, and lost wages.

We build strong cases through surgical records, expert medical testimony, imaging studies, and comprehensive documentation of your symptoms and prognosis.

What Compensation Can You Recover?

Victims of nerve damage medical malpractice are often eligible to receive substantial compensation. Depending on the circumstances of your case, you may recover:

Medical expenses (current and future)
Rehabilitation and therapy costs
Loss of income and reduced earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Permanent disability or disfigurement
Loss of enjoyment of life

In certain egregious cases, punitive damages may also be awarded to punish especially reckless or intentional misconduct.

Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice Claims

Each state has specific laws governing the timeframe in which you must file a nerve damage medical malpractice claim. In Florida, for example, you generally have two years from the date of discovering the injury—or from when you should have discovered it—to file your lawsuit.

There are exceptions and nuances, especially when the injury is discovered well after the surgery. That’s why it’s essential to consult an experienced legal team as soon as possible to preserve your right to pursue justice.

Why Choose Bounds Law Group?

At Bounds Law Group, we have decades of experience handling complex medical malpractice claims, including those involving severe nerve damage. Our attorneys understand the medical and legal intricacies required to win these cases. We take an aggressive approach to litigation and a compassionate approach to client care.

Here’s what sets us apart:

Proven track record of multimillion-dollar settlements and verdicts
Medical experts on staff to evaluate and support your case
Personalized attention—you’ll never be just a case number
No fees unless we win your case

Take Action Today – Protect Your Rights

If you believe you are a victim of nerve damage medical malpractice, do not wait. Medical providers and insurance companies are already preparing their defense. You deserve justice—and you deserve compensation.

Complete our free case evaluation form today and let our legal team at Bounds Law Group begin reviewing your case immediately. You can also call us now at 877-644-5122 to speak with an experienced attorney.

We are here to stand by your side and fight for the justice you deserve.

Long-Term Impact of Nerve Damage on Quality of Life

When it comes to nerve damage medical malpractice, the consequences can extend far beyond the initial pain or loss of function. Nerve damage often leads to permanent disability, requiring victims to make life-altering adjustments that affect every aspect of their daily existence. Understanding the long-term impact is critical when calculating appropriate compensation and advocating for the justice you deserve.

Chronic nerve injuries may force individuals to:

Abandon careers due to physical limitations or cognitive difficulties from neuropathic pain medication
Undergo ongoing therapy, including occupational, physical, and psychological support
Depend on others for personal care and mobility assistance
Manage lifelong pain, sometimes requiring implanted devices or long-term pain management strategies
Suffer emotional and psychological trauma, including anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress

These long-term effects are not only physically and emotionally draining—they come with substantial financial burdens that can span a lifetime. At Bounds Law Group, we account for these far-reaching implications when fighting for full and fair compensation. We work closely with life care planners, economists, and medical professionals to build a comprehensive picture of how your injury will affect your future, ensuring nothing is left on the table in your malpractice claim.

If you've been affected by the long-term consequences of nerve damage medical malpractice, take the first step toward recovery. Complete our free case evaluation form or call 877-644-5122 to speak with a qualified attorney today.

Sources

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) – Offers comprehensive medical insight on various nerve injuries and their long-term effects.
American Medical Association (AMA) – Provides guidelines and ethical standards for surgical conduct and patient care.
Florida Bar Association – Medical Malpractice Guide – Explains legal procedures, patient rights, and malpractice statutes in Florida.