Nerve injuries caused by medical negligence can have life-altering consequences. If you experienced such an injury, you may be entitled to compensation from the provider or hospital responsible for the harm.
Our Las Cruces nerve injury lawyers at Coates & Johnson can help you understand your legal options and seek the money you need to address something that never should have happened. We have decades of experience handling medical malpractice claims. We’re ready to put our skills to work for you. Contact us today to speak with an experienced Las Cruces medical malpractice attorney.
Why Coates & Johnson Is a Leading Firm for Nerve Injury Medical Malpractice Cases
Coates & Johnson has over 60 years of experience handling medical malpractice cases related to nerve injuries and other patient harm. Clients choose us because:
- Our practice is devoted solely to malpractice cases in New Mexico.
- We have represented thousands of injured patients.
- We routinely go up against the largest healthcare facilities and insurers in the state.
- Our team includes a lawyer-physician, giving us unique insights into the medical system.
Nerve injuries are no small matter. You deserve justice. Contact us today to speak with a Las Cruces medical malpractice attorney during a free consultation.
Do I Need Help from an Attorney After a Malpractice-Related Nerve Injury?
Nerve injuries can be difficult to evaluate without legal and medical analysis. Many patients initially assume their symptoms are normal complications of treatment, only to later learn that the injury resulted from medical negligence.
To pursue a malpractice claim, you must show that a healthcare provider deviated from accepted medical standards and that this deviation caused your nerve injury. You need an experienced attorney to do this.
An attorney will help by:
- Reviewing medical records and hospital notes for mistakes
- Identifying all negligent providers at fault for your nerve injuries
- Consulting with experts to establish what caused your injuries and the damages you suffered
- Complying with the numerous procedural rules applicable to medical malpractice cases
- Handling all negotiations and communications with the defendants
- Pursuing compensation in court if a fair settlement can’t be reached
A skilled attorney will take the fight to hospitals and providers that should have provided proper care and protected you from harm. Contact Coates & Johnson to learn more about how an attorney can strengthen your case.
How Do Nerve Injuries Happen During Medical Care?
Nerve injuries can occur in many medical procedures, particularly those that involve areas where important nerves are located. To be sure, some nerve complications occur despite proper care. However, many injuries result from preventable medical mistakes.
Medical negligence that may lead to nerve injuries can include:
- Surgical errors
- Improper use of surgical instruments
- Excessive pressure during surgery
- Incorrect placement of injections, including anesthesia or nerve blocks
- Improper positioning of a patient during surgery
- Failure to recognize and treat nerve damage after a procedure
- Delayed diagnosis of nerve injury symptoms following treatment
Connecting a nerve injury to malpractice requires extensive investigation. Your attorney can work with qualified medical specialists to analyze whether the injury was preventable and whether providers failed to meet the standard of care during your treatment.
What Are the Long-Term Effects of Nerve Injuries?
Nerve damage can affect many aspects of a person’s life. In some cases, symptoms may improve with treatment or rehabilitation. In others, nerve injuries may result in permanent limitations.
Common long-term consequences of nerve injuries may include:
- Chronic pain or burning sensations
- Loss of sensation in affected areas
- Weakness or paralysis due to damaged nerves
- Reduced mobility
- Difficulty performing everyday activities
- Inability to return to work in the same capacity
- Emotional distress related to physical limitations
If you experienced these or other effects from a malpractice-related nerve injury, you could be entitled to seek compensation for your economic and non-economic damages related to the harm. Our attorneys can help you track your losses and establish the full value of your claim.
Contact a Las Cruces Nerve Injuries Lawyer for Help
If you or a loved one suffered nerve damage because of negligent medical care, you may have a valid medical malpractice claim. Coates & Johnson can help you hold negligent medical providers responsible for the harm they caused.
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with a Las Cruces nerve injuries lawyer and learn more about your legal options.