Miami Defective Medical Device Lawyer

Cases of Defective Products Causing Injuries Handled by The Law Offices of Sean M Cleary

Common defective medical devices we handle and investigate

Manufacturers must test their products thoroughly and warn doctors and patients of known risks before a device ever reaches the market. When that testing is skipped, or the warning is inadequate, patients suffer the consequences. Our firm currently handles claims involving the following devices, and more:

• Aortic stents
• Heart stents
• IVC filters
• Surgical mesh
• Bone screws and plates
• Pacemakers
• Defibrillators
• Infusion pumps
• Dialysis devices
• Catheters
• Olympus endoscope
• Hip implants
• Toe implants
• Spinal implants
• Cranial implants

If your device is not listed above, contact us. We add new claims regularly as manufacturers issue recalls and new litigation develops across the country.

Signs your medical device may have failed

Device complications do not always appear right away. Some patients notice symptoms within days of implantation, while others develop problems months or even years later. See a doctor as soon as possible if you experience any of the following:

• Swelling, redness, or pain near the implant site
• Fever or other signs of infection
• A device that has moved, shifted, or broken apart
• New or worsening symptoms the device was supposed to fix
• A recall notice from the manufacturer or your physician
• Unusual sounds, vibrations, or sensations from the device

A delay in reporting symptoms can allow a treatable complication to become permanent, so do not wait to seek care and document what you experience.

Long-term effects of a defective medical device

A single device failure can lead to additional surgeries, extended hospital stays, and permanent physical limitations. Patients have reported the following outcomes depending on the device involved:

• Internal bleeding or organ perforation
• Chronic infection requiring long-term treatment
• Emergency removal or replacement surgery
• Nerve damage or loss of mobility
• Ongoing pain that limits daily activity
• Reduced ability to work or care for family

Each of these outcomes changes the daily life of the patient and often for the family members who step in to provide care.

What can you recover after a defective medical device injury

Patients harmed by a defective device may be entitled to compensation for the following.

• Medical expenses, including revision surgery
• Present and future cost of medical care
• Lost income and reduced earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Physical and rehabilitative therapy
• Mental anguish
• Home modifications, if needed

If a loved one died as a result of a defective device, a wrongful death claim may also recover funeral expenses and medical costs incurred before death.