When Louisiana veterans and military families seek medical care at VA medical centers and military hospitals, they trust these facilities to provide competent neurological and surgical care. Medical negligence during spinal procedures, emergency treatment, or routine care can cause devastating spinal cord injuries. These injuries can permanently alter lives and require lifelong care.
The Federal Tort Claims Act (28 U.S.C. § 2675) allows victims of federal facility medical malpractice to seek compensation through FTCA claims. At the Archuleta Law Firm, our founding attorney is a licensed attorney and medical doctor. This dual expertise provides unique insight into spinal cord injury cases and the complex medical standards that govern neurological care. Our dual expertise allows us to understand the intricate medical details of spinal cord anatomy. We can also navigate the precise legal standards required to prove negligence in complex neurological cases. With over $145 million recovered for clients and 25+ years of FTCA experience Louisiana birth injury attorneys, we understand both the medical complexities and legal requirements of these cases.
If you or a loved one suffered a spinal cord injury at a Louisiana VA or military facility, understanding your rights under the Federal Tort Claims Act is crucial. These claims require strict adherence to federal timelines and procedures that differ significantly from civilian medical malpractice cases.
What Causes Spinal Cord Injury at Louisiana Military & VA Hospitals?
- Surgical Errors During Spinal Procedures: Improper technique during spinal fusion, laminectomy, or discectomy can result in direct trauma to the spinal cord, causing immediate paralysis or progressive neurological deterioration that violates accepted surgical standards. These errors may include operating at the wrong spinal level, inadequate decompression of neural structures, or damage to the dura mater surrounding the spinal cord. In addition, surgical instrument malfunction or improper placement of hardware can cause direct mechanical injury to delicate spinal cord tissue.
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