Reasons to Pursue a Defective Device Claim
Pursuing a claim can provide compensation for medical expenses, lost income, rehabilitation, and non-economic losses like pain and diminished quality of life.
A claim can also prompt companies to change practices and improve safety, protecting others from similar harm.
Typical Scenarios Prompting a Claim
Device malfunctions during or after a procedure, unexpected adverse reactions, and repeated procedures due to device failure often trigger claims for accountability and damages.
Implant Failure
Devices such as joint replacements or cardiac implants that break, wear prematurely, or migrate can cause pain, infection, and additional surgeries.
Surgical Instrument Malfunction
Instruments that fail during surgery may cause tissue damage, prolonged procedures, or the need for corrective operations.
Inadequate Warnings or Instructions
When manufacturers fail to disclose known risks or provide clear instructions, patients and clinicians may unknowingly face avoidable hazards.