Preventable medical errors at VA medical centers and military hospitals devastate Texas veterans and military families, causing tragedies that extend beyond the immediate loss. These preventable deaths represent failures in the healthcare system meant to protect and serve those who served our country.
At the Archuleta Law Firm, our founding attorney brings both medical and legal expertise as a licensed physician and attorney—providing unparalleled insight into wrongful death cases involving medical negligence. Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code §71.004, surviving family members have two years from the date of death to pursue legal action, but federal claims against VA and military facilities follow different procedures under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).
We have won over $145 million for clients nationwide through FTCA claims against federal military and VA hospitals. If you've lost a loved one due to medical malpractice at a Texas VA or military facility, understanding your rights under federal law is crucial for securing the justice and compensation your family deserves.
What Causes Wrongful Death at Texas Military & VA Hospitals?
- Failure to Diagnose Life-Threatening Conditions: When medical staff miss critical symptoms of heart attacks, strokes, sepsis, or cancer, delayed treatment can result in preventable death. Emergency departments and primary care providers have a duty to recognize warning signs and order appropriate diagnostic tests.