A career in the military is a challenging and fulfilling profession. Every day, dozens of soldiers put their lives on the line to protect American citizens. Their work is certainly not easy. Therefore, when they suffer injuries, they are entitled to quality medical...
Plane crashes and other aviation accidents are rare but not rare enough. Anyone who pilots, inspects or maintains a plane can benefit from a better understanding of the causes of these accidents. Among the most prevalent causal factors are: Mechanical errors:...
It is tempting to encourage people who have been wronged to "leave it in the past" or "move on". Not only is such an approach insensitive to the victims of medical malpractice in the military, but it also is not realistic. The actions of the past continue to rear...
Serving in the U.S. military is dangerous, even during peacetime. Soldiers and non-combat personnel can suffer injuries and illness simply performing daily duties on bases around the world. The Department of Defense (DOD) is responsible for diagnosing and treating its...
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs uses the words of Abraham Lincoln in its pledge to care for those “who shall have borne the battle” and for their spouses and children. Unfortunately, sometimes the VA falls short of its mission. A federal judge recently awarded...
Even though joining the military means putting a lot of time and physical activity into their work, those on active duty should still get the chance to raise a family. They can retain responsibility for their country while still caring for their loved ones....
One part of the federal government that typically gets overlooked in San Antonio history classes is the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. But the story of the agency is a fascinating one; the VA’s origins can be traced back to 1789 when the brand new American...
Regular readers of our San Antonio legal blog might remember that back in July we shared the story of a veteran struggling with pain and the VA. Marine vet Brian Tully was misdiagnosed by a doctor at a VA hospital, but the Department of Veterans Affairs has rejected...
When a patient suffers from an injury due to surgery, many questions arise. Military clinicians and medical professionals are responsible for making important health decisions, and equally responsible to receiving proper consent. Every patient has rights, and they may...
Because medical errors are so common – a 2016 study said about 250,000 Americans are killed each year by medical errors – researchers have developed technologies to help reduce human mistakes. A hospital in England has developed an artificial intelligence system that...
