Consumer’s Step-by-Step Guide to the Philips CPAP Lawsuits
You have likely seen commercials and heard the buzz talking about the Philips CPAP Lawsuits. What are these lawsuits about? How do I know if I should take action? Our own, Jim Higgins, spoke with Meryl in a Talk of the Town Extra! report:
Someone I Know and Love May Have Used One of These Machines. What Should I Do Now?
If you or a loved one has used a CPAP, BiPAP, or Ventilator machine manufactured by Philips, it is important to ask these questions:
- Has my make and model been recalled?
- Did use result in injury or illness?
- What should I do if the answer to the above is yes?
1. Which Philips CPAP, BiPAP, and Ventilator Machines Were Recalled?
| Device Class | Device Type | Device Model |
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| CPAP or BiPAP | Noncontinuous Ventilator |
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| Continuous Ventilator, Non-life Supporting |
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| Continuous Ventilator, Minimum Ventilatory Support, Facility Use |
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| Ventilator | Continuous Ventilator |
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| Continuous Ventilator, Non-life Supporting |
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| Continuous Ventilator, Minimum Ventilatory Support, Facility Use |
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Consult the table above or take a look at the FDA’s list here for an up-to-date list of recalled machines.
If you have any questions about whether or not your device was recalled, our team is happy to help. Contact us for assistance!
2. Did Use Result in Injury or Illness?
There are a number of injuries and illnesses that can result from using the recalled Philips machines above. It is important to note that the list below, while extensive, is not the full list.
- Acute inhalation injury
- Acute respiratory distress system (ARDS)
- Asthma
- Autoimmune disorders
- Bladder cancer
- Brain cancer
- Breast cancer
- Cancer (any type)
- Chest pressure
- Chronic asthma
- Chronic bronchitis
- COPD
- Emphysema
- Esophageal cancer
- Headaches
- Heart attack or failure
- Hematopoietic cancer
- Hypersensitivity
- Inflammation of the ears, nose, or throat
- Inflammation and fluid build-up in the lungs
- Interstitial lung disease
- Kidney cancer
- Kidney disease / Renal disease
- Leukemia
- Liver cancer or disease
- Lung cancer or damage
- Lymphoma (including Non-Hodgkins and other lymphatic cancers)
- Multiple myeloma
- Nasal cancer
- Nausea
- Organ damage
- Papillary carcinoma
- Persistent cough
- Pleural effusion
- Pneumonia
- Pneumoconiosis
- Prostate cancer
- Pulmonary fibrosis
- Reactive airway disease (RAD)
- Rectal cancer
- Respiratory failure
- Respiratory irritation
- Sarcoidosis
- Sinus infection
- Skin irritation
- Sore throat
- Stomach cancer
- Stroke
- Testicular cancer
- Thyroid cancer
- Upper airway irritation
- Vomiting
Many other injuries and conditions are possible from using recalled Philips Respiratory Care devices. If you or a loved one has experienced these or other symptoms since starting the use of a recalled device, contact our team right away.
3. What Should I Do if the Answer to the Above Is Yes?
First, it is important to contact your doctor right away and consult with them about switching machines as soon as possible. Then, contact our team for help taking action. While there is a class action lawsuit, our firm is handing individual cases. This means you will have our attention, care, and expertise on your side.
You’re not alone. We are here to help! You will not pay a dime unless your case is won. With a 98% success rate and millions recovered, our team has your back. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Helpful Links
Philips Respironics Sleep and Respiratory Care Devices Recall Notification – Philips USA
What is a Medical Device Recall? – FDA.gov
Author Bio
Jim Higgins, founder of the Higgins Firm, is a seasoned personal injury attorney with deep roots in Nashville, Tennessee. A 4th generation Nashvillian, Jim carries on the legal legacy of his father, a judge for over 30 years. After graduating from the University of Memphis School of Law, Jim’s career began on the other side of the courtroom, defending insurance companies and learning their tactics for minimizing settlements. However, he soon realized his true calling was fighting for the rights of the injured, and for the past several years, he has exclusively represented plaintiffs in personal injury cases.
Since then, his dedication and skill have earned him membership in the prestigious Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an organization limited to attorneys who have secured million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for their clients. Licensed to practice in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Georgia, Jim focuses on personal injury, product liability, medical malpractice, and workers’ compensation cases. His exceptional work has been recognized by his peers, earning him a spot on the Super Lawyers list from 2021 to 2024, a distinction awarded to only a select group of accomplished attorneys in each state.
