Nebraska Medical Malpractice Attorneys

Omaha & Lincoln Workers' Compensation & Social Security Disability Lawyers

Our legal team limits the amount of cases we take at a time to ensure that every client receives the one-on-one attention they deserve. Watson & Carroll understands that medical malpractice, workers' compensation, personal injury, and disability (SSDI) matters can be stressful to deal with. Our thoughtful team takes the time to get to know each client's unique needs, ensuring that we have their best interests at heart. We welcome the opportunity to help you or your loved ones obtain answers to difficult questions involving your injury.

Common Forms of Medical Malpractice

Data compiled by the National Practitioner Data Bank stated that in 2018, 34.8% of medical malpractice claims were filed in regards to diagnoses errors, 21.4% for surgical malpractice, and 21% for malpractice in treatment.

Some common types of medical malpractice include:

• Failure to diagnose
• Misdiagnosing a patient
• Failure to provide treatment
• Performing a surgical procedure without consent

Out of those claims made in 2018, 29.7% resulted in the death of the patient, while 18.7% resulted in major permanent injury.