We trust the manufacturers of medical products such as pacemakers, heart valves, knee replacements and arterial stents to be safe for our bodies. In some cases these medical products perform as expected and last for the duration of our lives. Unfortunately, in many cases these products malfunction, break or erode resulting in serious injury to the recipient. At the law firm of The Higgins Firm, we believe the makers of these dangerous medical products should be held accountable for their negligent behavior. If you have been injured as a result of a defective medical product, call the concerned and experienced Nashville personal injury lawyers at The Higgins Firm for a free consultation today.
There are two primary types of defective medical parts that cause most injuries. The first is defective joint replacement and the second is devices designed to treat heart problems.
Artificial Joint RecallsJoint replacements involve the surgical repair of an aged or injured joint by inserting an artificial joint or implant. With a goal of reducing pain and increasing mobility, joint replacements act as a means of improving fractured, arthritic, or worn down joints. While artificial joints have been instrumental in the mobility of many individuals across the country, some models have resulted in several issues. The issues with hip implementation have included:
Recently, two companies have recalled popular hip implantation systems as a result of their defective nature. Both the Stryker Corporation and DePuy International Ltd. have recalled multiple hip replacement products. DePuy International Ltd., a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson, first introduced Hylamer® as an “implant-grade” polyethylene but it was later found to rapidly degrade and many people were forced to get a second implant surgery to replace the Hylamer joints. Similarly, Stryker Corporation recalled its Rejuvenate system as well as its ABG II system following the release of toxic metals from the product into the bloodstream. Should you have experienced any of the dangerous side effects of the recalled joint replacement products, you may have a claim deserving compensation.
Guidant RecallsGuidant Corporation recently issued a massive recall of its implantable defibrillators and cardiac resynchronization defibrillators due to various failures. The company has also recalled cardiac pacemakers. These recalls come after a finding that the devices may be a risk of failure. Should there be a failure of a defibrillator or a pacemaker, a patient’s heart could stop beating resulting in death.
Surgical Hernia MeshIn the United States, at least one million hernia repair procedures are conducted. Although the Food and Drug Administration has approved hernia mesh devices on the market, the agency has issued warnings about potential risks and complications. The FDA has also noted that several hernia meshes have been recalled. The following are only some of the meshes that have been recalled:
In general, most patients will not know what type, or brand, of mesh was used. If you believe your hernia mesh has been recalled, you should contact your doctor. He or she can review your medical records and help you to understand the next steps to take - in the event your mesh is one that has since been recalled. It might also be a good idea to find out what a defective medical device lawyer in Tennessee has to say.
The Higgins Firm is accepting cases of complications that occur with hernia mesh. If you believe you have been harmed because of hernia mesh, please call a defective medical device lawyer Nashville, TN residents have trusted for years. You may be entitled to compensation for any medical costs and other expenses.
Cases We Are Currently AcceptingThe Higgins Firm has handled a number of different defective medical cases. Some of those have included:
If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective medical device, the experienced team of Nashville defective medical device attorneys at The Higgins Firm are ready to help you receive the settlement you deserve. We have the resources and the experience to effectively and successfully represent you during this difficult process. Call today for a free consultation and let the team at The Higgins Firm start to work for you.
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