When your
doctor prescribes a medical device or uses a medical device as part of your
treatment plan, you expect the device to perform as it is intended to perform.
You certainly do not expect the device to cause further injury. However,
medical devices can cause injury. In some cases, a manufacturer or other party
may be held liable if a medical device
injuries a patient.
When a defective
medical device injures you or
a family member, you need to take steps to protect your legal right to
compensation for your injuries and damages. In this blog, our New Orleans
defective medical device attorneys discuss the steps you should take to protect
your health and your rights. If you would like to speak to a Louisiana
defective products attorney free of charge, call 1-800-587-1889.
Steps to Take After Being Injured by
a Medical Device
If you
believe a medical device injured you or a family member:
- Consult your doctor immediately! Your health could be at risk. Contact your doctor to discuss the
steps you need to take to prevent further injury. - Keep the product. If possible, keep the medical device, packaging, information, and any
other documentation related to the medical device. - Report the injury to the FDA. The FDA has a system for reporting injuries caused by medical
devices. Even though a patient is not a mandatory reporter, the FDA encourages
patients to report any adverse side effects, injuries, and malfunctions to the
FDA through its adverse
event reporting system. - Schedule a free consultation with an attorney. A defective medical product can cause
serious injuries. Proving a defective product claim can be difficult. An
experienced Louisiana product liability lawyer investigates the circumstances
of your injury to determine if the manufacturer or another party may be liable
for your injuries. Your attorney also gathers evidence to prove your claim that
a defective medical device caused your injury.
Filing a Claim for Injuries Caused by
a Defective Medical Device
Our law firm
handles a variety of claims involving defective medical devices. Some of the
cases that our attorneys are handling right now include claims involving the
following medical devices:
- 3D Max Hernia Mesh
- DePuy Pinnacle Hip Replacement Systems
- Atrium C-Qur Mesh
- Essure Birth Control Device
- Bard IVC Filter Complications
- Ethicon Physiomesh
- DePuy ASR Hip Replacement Systems
- Sepramesh Hernia Mesh
- Bair Hugger™ Forced Air Warming Blanket
- Zimmer Biomet Comprehensive Shoulder Replacement Device
The damages
caused by a defective medical device can include substantial financial damages,
physical injuries, and emotional damages. A manufacturer may be held liable for
these damages in a product liability lawsuit. Our lawyers review your claim
during a free case review to help you determine the best course
of action that may lead to recovery of compensation for your claim.
Contact a New Orleans Defective
Medical Device Attorney for More Information
Contact Attorney
Fred Olinde of The Olinde Firm by calling (504)
587-1440 or 1-800-587-1889 to schedule a free consultation with one of
our nationwide product liability lawyers.