What to Know About Filing a Surgical Error Lawsuit in North Carolina

Surgical errors are among the most serious forms of medical malpractice. Patients trust their surgeons to perform procedures with precision and care, but mistakes can happen, leading to severe injuries or even death. In North Carolina, victims of surgical malpractice have the legal right to seek compensation.

Common Surgical Errors

• Operating on the wrong site.
• Leaving surgical instruments inside the patient.
• Administering improper anesthesia.
• Post-surgical infections due to negligence.

Proving a Surgical Error Case

To succeed in a surgical error lawsuit, you must prove:

1. A doctor-patient relationship existed.
2. The surgeon breached the standard of care.
3. The breach caused your injury.
4. You suffered damages as a result.

Compensation You May Be Entitled To

• Medical expenses (past and future).
• Lost wages and earning capacity.
• Pain and suffering.
• Emotional distress.