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Navy Medical Malpractice
Navy Record
$13.7M
Large Navy Settlement
Total Won
$21M+
Navy Recoveries
Navy FTCA Team

Navy Medical Malpractice

We help retired Navy Veterans and Active Duty Servicemembers Win FTCA Cases

Navy Results

Our Results Against the U.S. Navy

Significant settlements secured for Navy veterans and active duty personnel

$13,690,648
Navy
Client Received
$9,183,752
Legal Fees
$3,125,000
$3,000,000
Navy
Client Received
$2,322,359
Legal Fees
$600,000
$2,300,000
Navy
Client Received
$1,623,930
Legal Fees
$575,000
$2,000,000
Navy
Client Received
$1,433,500
Legal Fees
$500,000
Frequently Asked Questions

Navy Medical Malpractice FAQ

Can veterans sue the Navy for medical malpractice?

Yes. Veterans, retirees, and military dependents treated at a Navy or Marine Corps medical facility have full rights to sue under the Federal Tort Claims Act (28 U.S.C. § 1346(b)) — the same law any civilian uses to sue a federal employee for negligence. The Feres Doctrine does not apply to this group.

Does the Feres Doctrine block Navy malpractice claims?

It depends who was injured. The Feres Doctrine bars active-duty servicemembers from suing in federal court for injuries incident to service — it does not apply to veterans, retirees, or family members receiving care at the same facility. See our full explanation of the Feres Doctrine and its exceptions.

What if I'm still on active duty when I was harmed?

Active-duty servicemembers generally cannot sue in federal court due to Feres, but the 2020 NDAA created a limited administrative remedy — a Department of Defense claim under 10 U.S.C. § 2733a — for malpractice at a military treatment facility. It is not a lawsuit and works differently than a veteran's FTCA claim; an attorney can help you determine which process applies.

How long do I have to file a claim against a Navy medical facility?

Under 28 U.S.C. § 2401(b), you must file a Standard Form 95 administrative claim within two years of the date the injury accrued. Missing this deadline permanently bars the claim, so contact an attorney as soon as possible after discovering the harm.

What compensation is available in Navy malpractice cases?

Compensation depends on the injury, liability, and case facts. Archuleta Law Firm's results against the Navy include a $13.7 million recovery. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome in any future case.

TIME-SENSITIVE: 2 YEAR FILING DEADLINE

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