Medical devices are supposed to help, not harm. If a defective implant, surgical mesh, or other device has caused you problems, manufacturers can be held liable.
Expert information to help you understand your rights and options
Defective medical devices including implants, surgical instruments, and therapeutic devices cause serious injuries when they fail, malfunction, or prove unsafe. Product liability claims hold manufacturers accountable. Learn about medical device lawsuits, FDA issues, and pursuing compensation.
Many medical devices reach market through 510(k) clearance—requiring only showing similarity to existing devices—rather than rigorous premarket approval. Understanding FDA pathways explains how dangerous devices reach patients. Learn about device regulation and its impact on claims.
Medical device defects include dangerous designs affecting all units, manufacturing flaws in specific devices, and inadequate warnings about risks. Each defect type creates different liability paths. Learn about medical device defect types and how they affect your claim.
Medical device settlements depend on injury severity, revision surgery needs, ongoing complications, and defendant conduct. Mass litigation has produced both substantial and disappointing results. Understand device settlement factors and realistic expectations.
Manufacturers argue FDA approval preempts state law claims, limiting victim ability to sue. Preemption applies differently to PMA-approved and 510(k)-cleared devices. Learn about preemption defenses and how courts have ruled on these arguments.
Breast implant complications include rupture, capsular contracture, and association with breast implant illness and rare cancers. Some textured implants face recalls and litigation. Learn about breast implant claims and current implant-related litigation.
Hernia mesh complications include chronic pain, infection, mesh migration, and bowel obstruction requiring additional surgery. Multiple mesh products face mass litigation. Learn about hernia mesh claims and joining ongoing litigation against manufacturers.
Failed hip implants—particularly metal-on-metal designs—cause metallosis, bone destruction, and need for revision surgery. Multiple manufacturers face mass litigation over defective hip devices. Learn about hip implant failure claims and available compensation.
IVC filters designed to prevent blood clots can fracture, migrate, or perforate organs—causing serious injuries and death. Multiple manufacturers face litigation over filter defects. Learn about IVC filter claims and pursuing compensation for filter injuries.
Defective knee implants fail prematurely, cause chronic pain, or require revision surgery. Manufacturing defects and design problems create manufacturer liability. Learn about knee implant failure claims and pursuing compensation for joint replacement problems.
Defective pacemakers and defibrillators can fail to function, deliver inappropriate shocks, or cause infections requiring removal. Cardiac device failures can be life-threatening. Learn about cardiac device defect claims and holding manufacturers accountable.
Surgical robots including the da Vinci system have caused burns, perforations, and injuries from mechanical and electrical failures. Robot manufacturers and hospitals may both face liability. Learn about surgical robot injury claims and pursuing compensation.
Transvaginal mesh devices for pelvic organ prolapse and incontinence have caused erosion, chronic pain, and serious complications in thousands of women. Mass litigation has resulted in billions in settlements. Learn about transvaginal mesh claims and available compensation.
Medical device claims are often consolidated in multidistrict litigation for coordinated pretrial proceedings. MDLs affect case strategy, timing, and settlement dynamics. Learn about MDL process and how consolidated litigation affects your claim.
Medical device claims face filing deadlines that vary by state and when injuries are discovered. Latent injuries from devices may have delayed discovery rules. Missing deadlines bars your claim. Learn applicable deadlines for medical device cases.