$900,000
Wrongful Death, Medical Malpractice, Federal Tort Claims Act
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Case Details
The Department of Veteran’s Affairs agreed to pay a $900,000 settlement for failing to schedule and provide timely medical treatment for a patient with specialized care for melanoma. The Vietnam Veteran passed away due to the VA’s failure to provide treatment.
Additional Notes
Reportedly the largest settlement for wrongful death from Puget Sound since 2001.