Medical Devices
Nationwide Medical Device Litigation Lawyers
If you’ve been injured by a defective medical device, you need an experienced attorney who will help you get the compensation you deserve for your injuries. We understand that the idea of a lawsuit can be overwhelming, but the responsible party should be held liable for their negligence. You have legal rights, which should be upheld in these situations.
We have worked with countless clients who have suffered from a medical device that malfunctioned, causing severe injury and even death. We will negotiate a settlement on your behalf to cover your medical expenses and cost of care that has resulted from injuries caused by defective medical products.
It is common for these types of injuries to be permanent and even life-threatening, which can lead to major expenses for the rest of your life. We work hard to get you the maximum compensation to provide care for you now and in the future.
Medical manufacturers hire entire teams of attorneys to represent their interests. They will attempt to get the victims of the defective devices to drop their claims or be willing to settle for less. The victims often don’t realize how costly care can be with a permanent injury. We are here to help. Our team will look at the cost of treatment for the initial injury and any long-term care necessary as well as adaptions that must be made because of a permanent injury. This can include alterations made to your home, ongoing treatment and rehabilitation, as well as special devices to assist with mobility or your regular routines.
Determining Who is the Responsible Party
Medical device cases are often complicated. Fault must be determined to know who is responsible. In some cases, the manufacturer is responsible because they used faulty components or failed to provide alerts of safety issues. In other situations, the doctor may be liable because they were aware of the risks but didn’t communicate them to their patient. Sometimes, both parties may be held liable for partial fault. These cases are complex and require the assistance of an experienced attorney.
The other side has an entire team of lawyers to represent their interests. You need to hire the best personal injury attorney who will work diligently on your behalf.
Thousands of lawsuits are initiated each year for prescription medications that pose significant risks hidden from the public. Other medical devices may malfunction which could result in injury, including pacemakers, hip and knee replacement devices, breast implants, hernia mesh implants and many others.
The results of these defective devices can include years of pain and suffering, limited mobility and inability to enjoy life, lost income because the person cannot return to work. In addition, the victim may require multiple corrective surgeries, treatments and rehab which can be quite costly. The impact is often felt on the family as well as the victim, especially if they are no longer able to provide for their household.
Get Legal Help Now
In many cases, there is a statute of limitations for how long you have to file a lawsuit against the liable party. Time is of the essence when you consider filing a lawsuit against a medical device manufacturer.
Lawsuits can be lengthy and complicated which is why you want to work with an experienced attorney. Pulaski Kherkher can help you get the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Contact us for a free case evaluation to help you determine if you qualify for damages. We can provide legal counsel on your next step and negotiate on your behalf for the maximum settlement. Contact us today for a no-obligation consultation and let us help you start rebuilding your life.