Veterans and military families rely on Arkansas VA medical centers for quality care. Medical mistakes can cause spinal cord injuries and permanent paralysis.
Each year, 17,730 new spinal cord injuries occur in the United States. Many happen due to preventable medical errors. Because our founding attorney is both a lawyer and doctor, we understand these injuries well.
If you were injured at an Arkansas VA facility, the Federal Tort Claims Act protects your rights. We understand the federal and state laws affecting your case.
What Causes Spinal Cord Injury at Arkansas Military & VA Hospitals?
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Surgical Errors During Spinal Procedures: Poor surgical technique or wrong hardware placement can cause immediate paralysis.
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Delayed Diagnosis of Spinal Cord Compression: Failing to spot compression signs can cause permanent nerve damage.
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Medication Errors Causing Spinal Strokes: Wrong blood thinner doses or wrong medications can cause spinal cord damage.
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Improper Patient Positioning During Surgery: Bad positioning during long surgeries can hurt the spinal cord.
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Negligent Post-Operative Monitoring: Missing complications after surgery can lead to permanent spinal damage.
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Emergency Room Mismanagement of Trauma: Poor handling of trauma patients can make partial injuries worse.
Arkansas Facilities Where We Handle Spinal Cord Injury Cases
We help victims at major Arkansas military and VA medical facilities.
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Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (Little Rock): Major VA center providing complex spine surgeries.
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VA Medical Center (Fayetteville): Serves Northwest Arkansas veterans with orthopedic and nerve treatments.
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Little Rock Air Force Base Medical Facility: Treats active duty personnel and families.
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Pine Bluff VA Medical Center: Provides medical and surgical services.
View all Arkansas VA & Military Facilities
Warning Signs: Is Your Spinal Cord Injury Medical Malpractice?
- Sudden paralysis after surgery
- Loss of feeling after spinal injections
- Injury during a "routine" procedure
- Staff didn't order proper imaging tests
- Delayed diagnosis despite clear warning signs
- Injury from improper handling
- Wrong medications or doses given
- Staff ignored your pain complaints
Damages Available in Arkansas Spinal Cord Injury Cases
Economic Damages
Spinal cord injuries cause huge medical costs. Victims can recover money for medical care, therapy, and equipment. Complete spinal injuries can cost over $4.7 million.
Most victims can't return to work. They need money for:
- Home modifications
- Wheelchair equipment
- Personal care
- Lost wages