I would like to know if it’s possible to sue the Department of Veterans Affairs?
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I would like to know if it’s possible to sue the Department of Veterans Affairs?
I am a combat disabled Marine veteran that has been in the VA’s system for 6 years. They have had me on 25 pills a day for 6 years now. Needless to say the side effects from these meds are wrecking my body. I’m unable to hold a job due to the physical suffering and problems that are being caused by my meds. I’m currently undergoing tests for more proof that the meds have caused these issues. I gave the best of my youth in service to my country, now I’m being hung out to dry.
Asked on June 14, 2012 under Malpractice Law, Maryland
Answers:
Robert Stolzberg / Law Offices of Robert Stolzberg
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Except for some proceduaral requirements, suing the VA is similar to suing anyone else for malpractice. You have to prove that the medical provider (a doctor, nurse, etc.) did something wrong, and that the wrongful act caused you injury. In nearly all cases, this requires one or more doctors to provide their professional opinion on these subjects.
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