Veterans trust VA medical centers to provide good care. But mistakes can cause devastating spinal cord injuries that change lives forever.
About 17,810 new spinal cord injuries occur each year in America. Many could be prevented with proper medical care. Our founding attorney is both a lawyer and doctor. This helps us better handle spinal injury cases against federal facilities.
If you got a spinal cord injury at an Oklahoma VA hospital, you have rights under federal law. We've handled government claims for over 25 years.
What Causes Spinal Cord Injury at Oklahoma Military & VA Hospitals?
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Surgical Errors During Spinal Procedures: Poor surgery technique can damage the spinal cord and cause paralysis.
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Anesthesia Complications: Bad patient positioning or low blood pressure can cause permanent nerve damage.
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Delayed Diagnosis of Spinal Emergencies: Doctors must quickly treat serious spine conditions to prevent paralysis.
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Improper Patient Handling: Moving injured patients incorrectly can worsen spinal injuries.
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Medication Errors: Wrong injections or procedures can chemically damage the spinal cord.
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Post-Operative Negligence: Missing complications after surgery can lead to permanent damage.
Oklahoma Facilities Where We Handle Spinal Cord Injury Cases
We help victims at these federal facilities:
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Oklahoma City VA Medical Center - Large VA hospital where surgical errors can cause spinal injuries.
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Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center (Muskogee) - Serves eastern Oklahoma veterans.
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Tinker Air Force Base Medical Clinic - Treats military members and families.
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Altus Air Force Base Medical Clinic - Military facility handling spinal emergencies.
View all Oklahoma VA & Military Facilities
Warning Signs: Is Your Spinal Cord Injury Medical Malpractice?
- Sudden paralysis after a routine procedure
- Unexplained loss of function
- Injury after delayed emergency treatment
- Paralysis from improper handling
- Damage after spinal injections
- Complete loss of function called minor
- Injury after ignored pain complaints
Damages Available in Oklahoma Spinal Cord Injury Cases
Economic Damages
Spinal injuries cause huge lifetime costs, often $1-5 million or more. This includes medical care, equipment, home changes, and lost wages.
Non-Economic Damages
Victims suffer pain, emotional trauma, and a reduced quality of life. Many face depression and damaged relationships.