Misdiagnosis

An analysis of liability for failure to diagnose severe medical conditions, focusing on delayed treatment and catastrophic outcomes.

1. Ellingburg v. United States

2. Jurisdiction: United States (January 20, 2026)
3. VictimsRicky EllingburgDefendantsUnited States of AmericaPlaintiffsRicky EllingburgProsecutorsSarah I. JohnsonDefense AttorneysBrian M. BoyntonPlaintiff AttorneysDaniel A. HorowitzJudgesEleni M. RoumelInstitutionsUnited States Court of Federal ClaimsUnited States Department of JusticeFederal Bureau of Investigation
4. Case Tags: Federal Tort Claims Act;Medical Malpractice;Misdiagnosis;Veterans Affairs