VA Hospital Medical Malpractice

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There are nearly 25 million veterans living in the United States today. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is responsible for providing health care and other benefits to these veterans and their dependents. Unfortunately, a number of veterans associations and regulatory groups have drawn attention to substandard care and conditions at many VA hospitals. If you believe that you or someone you love may have a VA hospital medical malpractice claim, the lawyers at Proner & Proner can help. Our experienced team has the knowledge and resources to assist you in taking legal action against the Veterans Administration under the Federal Tort Claims Act.

To schedule an evaluation of your VA hospital medical malpractice case, contact Proner & Proner today.

Veterans' Healthcare Rights

Veterans and their family members have the right to the same high-quality healthcare that they would expect at civilian hospitals and medical facilities. However, when a VA healthcare professional fails to provide treatment that meets an accepted standard of care and an injury results, the victim may file a medical malpractice claim. If a doctor or other provider's negligent or careless actions resulted in personal injury or wrongful death, Proner & Proner can help hold the responsible party accountable. We are strong advocates of veterans' rights and can handle even the most complex VA malpractice claims, such as those involving hospital negligence, misdiagnosis, and other medical errors.

Federal Tort Claims Act

The Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) is a statute that allows parties to sue the U.S. government in federal court for torts, or civil wrongs, committed by individuals or entities acting on behalf of the United States. The FTCA was enacted by Congress in 1946, but filing a claim under the act can be a difficult and confusing process. In fact, before a party is eligible to file a FTCA claim, he or she must first file an administrative claim with the VA. If this initial claim is rejected, the victim may then proceed with a FTCA claim. Other deadlines and requirements must be adhered to throughout the process to maintain the validity of the claim. A missed deadline or legal oversight can have a significant impact on the outcome of a case. If you or someone you love has been injured as a result of VA hospital medical malpractice, the lawyers at our firm can help you to make sense of this system.

Learn More about VA Hospital Medical Malpractice

For a review of your VA medical malpractice case, please contact our personal injury lawyers today. Proner & Proner is proud to help American's veterans get the justice they deserve.