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Veteran Medical Malpractice

Concerns have been raised about the conditions in Veteran Administration (VA) hospitals. Poor cleaning practices and even vermin that could potentially spread infection have been found in some VA hospitals. Inspectors have found that some staff members are not properly supervised. False reports have been filed by some employees claiming essential medical devices like defibrillators have been checked and maintained, when in fact they have not. Supervisors have been found missing when they were supposed to be working, and supervisors have been accused of giving their computer passwords to resident physicians, allowing them to cosign their own reports without supervision.

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Veteran Affairs Hospitals fail Veterans

At least 63 cases of malpractice have been found between 1997 and 2002, that resulted because of the failure of a supervisor to oversee residents. These cases including misdiagnosis, surgical and medication errors, and inadequate care.

Veterans or their family who have been injured or suffered negligence at a VA hospital may sue the US government under the Federal Torts Claims Act (FTCA).

Some hospitals have adopted a so-called "apology law" whereby they admit their mistakes immediately and negotiate with the victims for very low settlements. While this does give the family some short term financial gains, lawsuit settlements are typically 6 to 28 times greater than what hospitals are offering.

If you have experienced injury or substandard care at a VA hospital, It is highly recommended you consult an attorney experienced in VA medical malpractice claims, as the process is very tricky and one missed deadline, could cost you your right to monetary recovery for your injury.

Veteran Medical Malpractice Legal Help

If you are a veteran and have suffered injuries or negligence at a VA hospital, please click the link below to submit your complaint to a veteran malpractice lawyer for a free claim evaluation.

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Posted on Aug-24-06

Updated on Feb-5-10

MALPRACTICE ARTICLES AND INTERVIEWS

Mississippi Man Loses Veteran Medical Malpractice Lawsuit Stemming from Faulty Surgery

Jackson, MS: A retired soldier who sought treatment at the GV Montgomery Veterans Affairs Medical Center has filed a lawsuit claiming that VA hospital malpractice caused him to suffer from several serious conditions. [ Read More ]

VA Contaminated Colonoscopies: 'Completely Inexcusable'

Miami, FL: In a scathing editorial, the Miami Herald reveals that the VA hospital in Miami where VA colonoscopies took place was warned by the Department of Veteran's Affairs about potential problems with colonoscopy equipment. According to the newspaper the Hospital checked its procedures and reported everything fine—that is, until a more extensive review later found problems. [ Read More ]

The VA Under Fire for Contaminated Endoscopy Equipment

Miami, FL: It's a medical malpractice case in the making, after it was revealed that as many as 10 veterans have tested positive for infectious liver disease allegedly caused by contaminated colonoscopy equipment. What's more, an email sent to the Associated Press (AP) by the Veterans Affairs Department (the VA) on March 19th revealed that tubing attached to the endoscopic equipment was cleaned at the end of each day, rather than immediately after each patient—a violation of the manufacturer's instructions. [ Read More ]