Veterans and military families rely on Idaho's VA and military medical centers for safe treatment. Medical mistakes during procedures can cause life-changing spinal cord injuries, affecting entire families.
At the Archuleta Law Firm, our founding attorney is a licensed lawyer and medical doctor. This background helps us understand complex spinal cord injury cases at federal facilities.
If negligence at an Idaho VA hospital caused your spinal cord injury, the Federal Tort Claims Act gives you rights. The FTCA lets you seek compensation, but you must meet deadlines.
What Causes Spinal Cord Injury at Idaho Military & VA Hospitals?
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Surgical Errors During Spinal Procedures: Poor surgical technique can damage the spinal cord directly. Surgeons must follow proper standards and carefully watch critical structures.
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Anesthesia Complications: Bad patient positioning can hurt the spinal cord. Errors with epidural or spinal anesthesia can damage nerve tissue.
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Delayed Diagnosis of Spinal Emergencies: Some conditions need immediate treatment. Doctors must quickly spot warning signs and order proper imaging tests.
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Medication Errors: Wrong blood thinner doses can cause bleeding. Poor blood pressure control during surgery can damage the spinal cord.
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Fall Prevention Failures: Hospitals must protect at-risk patients from falls. Staff should use proper restraints and help patients move safely.
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Improper Patient Transfer Techniques: Moving patients without proper support can turn minor injuries into complete spinal cord damage.
Idaho Facilities Where We Handle Spinal Cord Injury Cases
We help spinal cord injury victims at federal medical facilities across Idaho. These locations perform complex procedures that require careful attention.
Major Idaho Federal Medical Facilities:
- Boise VA Medical Center (Boise) - Performs complex spine surgeries and emergency care.
- Mountain Home Air Force Base Medical Clinic (Mountain Home) - Treats military personnel and families.
- Gowen Field Medical Facilities (Boise) - National Guard medical facilities treating service members.
View all Idaho VA & Military Facilities
Warning Signs: Is Your Spinal Cord Injury Medical Malpractice?
- Sudden paralysis after a routine medical procedure
- Spinal cord injury during surgery that didn't involve the spine
- Delayed response to spinal cord compression symptoms
- Back pain discharge that led to later paralysis
- Injury during hospital transfer or patient repositioning
- Neurological problems after improper anesthesia positioning
- Delayed imaging despite clear warning signs
- Staff ignored complaints of severe back pain before permanent injury
Damages Available in Idaho Spinal Cord Injury Cases
Economic Damages
Spinal cord injuries create huge lifetime costs. Complete injuries can require over $1 million in medical care. You may need wheelchairs, modified vehicles, and home changes.
Lost wages show how injuries affect your career and finances. Many patients need 24-hour care for daily activities. Ongoing therapy helps maintain function and prevent problems.
Non-Economic Damages
Spinal cord injuries cause more than financial harm. You can seek compensation for physical and mental suffering. Damages cover lost activities and life experiences.