Regan Zambri Long’s award-winning DC military medical malpractice lawyers can help service members recover compensation for serious injuries caused by medical negligence. Service members now have the ability to hold the government accountable for medical mistakes that occur in military healthcare facilities under federal law, and our experienced team is ready to guide you through the complex process of seeking justice.
With nearly 200 years of combined legal experience, Regan Zambri Long has a strong track record in medical malpractice law, including handling challenging cases involving military medical negligence. Senior partner Patrick Regan has been recognized by Best Lawyers as one of the top medical malpractice attorneys in the Washington, DC area, reflecting the firm’s commitment to advocacy for injured plaintiffs.
If you or a loved one has been harmed due to medical errors at a military hospital or clinic, contact our Washington, DC-based military malpractice attorneys to schedule a free consultation. At Regan Zambri Long, we are available 24/7 and one of our attorneys will call you back. We charge no fees unless we win your case.
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Three laws outline military medical malpractice claims.
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Although military members can file medical malpractice claims, as of 2024, only about 3% of claims were approved. However, in the last decade, the U.S. Treasury has paid nearly $1 billion in malpractice claims for mistakes made by members of the military medical community
DC has the second-lowest rate of disciplinary action for malpractice claims, according to 2023 data. Military claims are especially challenging. You must determine if your case is a federal tort claim or an NDAA claim. You must prove that a government employee was responsible for your injuries.Â
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Regan Zambri Long is the DC Metro area’s best choice for legal representation. Military members trust our board-certified malpractice team, which includes:
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Regan Zambri Long has been advocating for those who have suffered due to medical malpractice for nearly three decades. We have recovered millions of dollars for malpractice victims. Our $4.7 million verdict was one of the largest DC malpractice verdicts in recent years.
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Contact our Washington, DC military malpractice attorneys today for a free consultation.
When a healthcare provider is negligent, the patient suffers. The government must be held accountable for negligence in military or veterans’ healthcare facilities.
Common military medical malpractice claims include:
If you’ve been injured at a military facility, contact our DC military medical negligence lawyers today to discuss your next steps.
The Washington, DC statute of limitations for military medical malpractice is two years from the incident or the discovery of malpractice. Â
Within two years of your injury, you must file an administrative claim (Standard Form 95) establishing:
The government has six months to review your claim. You will receive either a settlement offer or a denial. You may file a lawsuit if the response is not satisfactory. Military medical negligence claims don’t have a guaranteed timeline. Once started, negotiations may take months. If your claim goes to court, your lawyer will take time to build a solid case.
When you hire Regan Zambri Long, our injury attorneys will meet with you for a free case evaluation. We can begin to estimate a timeline based on the facts of your case.
You can hold the federal government liable for the negligence of military medical professionals. Instead of a personal injury lawsuit, you will file a federal tort claim. If you are an active duty service member, you would file under the National Defense Authorization Act.
You will need to prove negligence:
The FTCA excludes military personnel from pursuing claims outside the United States, even if your injuries occurred on a U.S. military base. The Military Claims Act allows U.S. citizens out of the country to file a claim for personal injury and property damage caused by the DOD.
Where you submit your claim depends on your military branch:
Regan Zambri Long charges a contingency fee. We don’t take any payment until we’ve secured you a settlement or verdict. Other law firms may charge hourly or flat fees.
Have you or your loved one sustained injuries in Washington DC, Maryland or Virginia? Regan Zambri Long PLLC has the best lawyers in the country to analyze your case and answer the questions you may have.