Similar to any other claim, evidence is central to a defective medical device action. The good news is that courts apply strict liability for product liability cases involving medical products. This means you don’t have to prove negligence; you just have to prove that...
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Are manufacturers solely responsible for defective medical products?
Medical products play a crucial role in healthcare, but defects can lead to serious harm. Understanding who bears responsibility for these defects helps consumers navigate potential legal actions. This article explores the common causes of defective medical products...
What makes a medical device defective?
With today’s medical technology, harm from a defective medical device should not occur. Unfortunately, medical device manufacturers do not always follow the proper steps to avoid putting dangerous medical devices on the market. When a defective medical device harms...
Why it’s important to follow medical device instructions
Most people ignore instruction manuals, treating them as optional reading for their new purchases. With medical devices, though, this common habit can lead to serious health complications. In worst-case scenarios, it may even affect your legal rights. Safe usage...
What you need to know about the ICU Medical pump battery recall
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced that ICU Medical is recalling specific batteries used in their Plum 360, Plum A+ and Plum A+3 Infusion Systems. These systems are vital in delivering precise amounts of fluids, medications and blood...
Medical device recalls may not be what you think they are
When you go to the doctor to receive medical treatment, you anticipate that you’ll be treated safely. After all, medical professionals take an oath that they will do no harm. Yet, all too often mistakes are made that put innocent patients like you in harm’s way....
What are the common causes of medical product liability?
Medical product liability involves holding manufacturers accountable when their products cause harm. Understanding the common causes of such liability is crucial for both consumers and healthcare providers. Design defects Design flaws occur when a product is...
Missed the two-year window? You may still be able to file a vaginal mesh lawsuit
Transvaginal mesh, once considered a solution for pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence, has led to severe safety issues for many women. In 2019, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ordered manufacturers to stop selling and distributing these...
What can you do if your medical device was recalled?
In some ways, a medical device recall is similar to an automotive recall: Once the manufacturer becomes aware of a defect in its product, it issues a recall -- either voluntarily or under orders from the government. But the differences between the two types of recalls...
Calculating damages in defective medical device litigation
When medical device companies produce defective products, a lawsuit can be a path toward holding those companies accountable and helping improve the quality of medical care for all. For the individuals who suffer the day-in and day-out consequences of those mistakes,...