Veterans trust VA medical centers to give quality care. However, negligence during treatment can cause severe, life-altering spinal cord injuries.
Spinal cord injuries often lead to paralysis. Our founding attorney is both a lawyer and a doctor, giving us unique medical malpractice expertise.
If VA negligence caused your spinal injury, the Federal Tort Claims Act protects your rights. You need expert legal help to meet the FTCA's strict deadlines.
What Causes Spinal Cord Injury at West Virginia Military & VA Hospitals?
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Surgical Positioning Errors: Poor patient positioning during surgery can hurt the spinal cord. Staff must position patients correctly.
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Delayed Diagnosis: Doctors must quickly treat spinal compression symptoms. Delays in diagnosis and treatment are malpractice.
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Anesthesia Errors: Wrong needle placement or poor monitoring during spinal anesthesia can damage the cord.
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Poor Monitoring: Staff must watch for complications after surgery. Failing to spot warning signs violates care standards.
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Medication Errors: Wrong doses or poor medication management can damage the spinal cord.
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Emergency Room Mistakes: Staff must stabilize trauma patients properly. Poor handling can make partial injuries worse.
West Virginia Facilities Where We Handle Spinal Cord Injury Cases
We help victims at these locations:
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Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center (Clarksburg): Offers surgery and emergency care.
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Martinsburg VA Medical Center: Serves Eastern Panhandle veterans.
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Beckley VA Medical Center: Provides specialized care.
View all West Virginia VA & Military Facilities
Warning Signs: Is Your Spinal Cord Injury Medical Malpractice?
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Sudden paralysis after medical procedures
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New nerve problems days after surgery
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Missing important imaging tests
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Delayed treatment of spine emergencies
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Poor trauma care
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Ignored post-surgery problems
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Injuries from spinal anesthesia
Damages Available in West Virginia Spinal Cord Injury Cases
Economic Damages
Spinal injuries need lifetime care. You can claim:
- Medical care costs
- Equipment expenses
- Lost wages
- Care assistance
- Vehicle modifications
- Therapy costs
Non-Economic Damages
You can seek compensation for:
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment
- Emotional distress
- Family relationship changes