Get a Free Case Review
Get Help Now.The Reality of Defective Medical Device Injuries
Medical devices play a crucial role in diagnosing and treating health-related issues, but defective medical devices can cause significant harm, leading to debilitating injuries or even death. These defects might result in product leakage, short-circuiting, malfunctioning, suffocation, injuries during procedures, post-operative problems, and device breakdown.
Types and Regulation of Medical Devices
The range of potentially defective medical devices includes hip and knee replacements, transvaginal mesh (TVM), defibrillators, pacemakers, heart monitors, IVC filters, forced-air warming blankets, heater-cooler systems, power morcellators, and robotic surgical devices.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for monitoring the safety of these devices. Despite extensive clinical testing before approval, some defective devices still reach the market, resulting in catastrophic injuries and deaths each year.
Consequences of Defective Medical Devices
The consequences of defective medical devices can be profound, leading to emotional distress, financial loss, pain and suffering, and potentially the loss of a loved one. Patients may incur significant medical expenses as a result of injuries, suffer a loss of wages due to an inability to work, and endure prolonged periods of pain and suffering.
In tragic cases where a defective medical device leads to the death of a patient, family members may have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim. This may allow them to seek compensation for funeral costs, medical expenses, pain and suffering experienced by the deceased prior to death, loss of economic support, and loss of companionship.
Legal Support for Victims of Defective Medical Devices
Medical device manufacturers are obligated to provide safe products and issue adequate warnings about any potential risks. Failure to meet these obligations can result in liability for injuries caused by defective devices.
The Johnson Firm specializes in supporting victims of defective medical devices. Our team of experienced attorneys can guide you through the legal process, assisting in the compilation of evidence, building a solid case, and seeking the compensation you may be entitled to. We stand ready to fight for justice for those harmed by defective medical devices, striving to ensure they receive the compensation they deserve.