Medical negligence at Delaware VA and military facilities causes devastating losses for families. Federal healthcare providers must give proper care to veterans, service members, and families.
Under Delaware law (Delaware Code Title 10, Chapter 37), wrongful death occurs when medical negligence directly causes a patient's death. Our founding attorney combines medical and legal expertise to handle these cases.
The Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) lets families pursue wrongful death claims against the government. The FTCA has strict deadlines and procedures.
What Causes Wrongful Death at Delaware Military & VA Hospitals?
Common causes include staff shortages, poor communication, and weak oversight of medical procedures.
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Failure to Diagnose Life-Threatening Conditions: Doctors sometimes miss critical signs of heart attacks, strokes, sepsis, or cancer.
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Medication Errors Leading to Fatal Reactions: Wrong medications or doses can cause deadly reactions.
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Surgical Complications and Errors: Deaths can result from anesthesia mistakes, infections, or poor monitoring after surgery.
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Emergency Room Mismanagement: Poor triage or wrong diagnoses can lead to death when patients need immediate care.
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Inadequate Post-Operative Monitoring: Staff may miss signs of bleeding, infection, or breathing problems after surgery.
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Delayed Treatment Due to System Failures: Administrative delays or staff shortages can prevent timely care.
Delaware Facilities Where We Handle Wrongful Death Cases
Wilmington VA Medical Center - This main VA facility serves thousands of Delaware veterans with complex medical services.
Dover Air Force Base Medical Clinic - This facility treats active duty personnel and families with routine and emergency care.
Delaware National Guard Medical Facilities - These clinics face unique challenges in record-keeping and continuous care.
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Warning Signs: Is Your Wrongful Death Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice cases require proof that healthcare providers failed to meet proper care standards.