People who sustained catastrophic injuries when their mesh implants failed can pursue a hernia mesh lawsuit against surgical mesh manufacturers. C.R. Bard paid $184 million in 2011 to settle over 3,000 hernia mesh lawsuits, making it the highest hernia mesh litigation settlement to date.
Wrongful death, infections, organ damage, autoimmune problems, adhesions, bowel obstructions
Ethicon, a Johnson & Johnson company; Atrium Medical; Bard Davol
$1.5 million verdict; $184 million settlement
- Original hernia repair surgery with mesh on or after Jan. 1, 2006.
- Suffered serious injuries including adhesions, hernia recurrence, intestinal blockage, mesh migration, organ perforation, and infection more than 30 days from the original date of surgery.
- Hernia revision surgery or additional surgery because of complications.
- Additional surgery is scheduled because of complications.
- A surgeon told you that you need additional surgery because of complications.
- You were told you needed surgery because of complications but cannot have it because of medical issues.
If you had hernia mesh surgery and suffered major issues, you may be able to bring a hernia mesh case, especially if the mesh was manufactured by Ethicon, Atrium, or Bard Davol.
To ensure that your lawsuit is filed on time, contact an attorney straight soon. A statute of limitations is a time limit that differs from state to state. You won’t be able to bring a lawsuit if you miss the deadline.
There are a few basic prerequisites for eligibility, which vary depending on the patient or law firm handling cases.
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People who acquired mesothelioma after using talc-containing goods are also qualified to pursue a claim. Clay, chalk, paper, crayons, pottery, joint compounds, and adhesives are examples of cosmetic, baby powder, and industrial items.
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