Injured by a Medical Device: What to Do Next
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Compared to a few decades ago, millions of individuals now have access to infinitely more life-saving medical devices. Many of…
Vaginal Mesh Lawsuit
Transvaginal mesh implants are becoming one of the most controversial medical implants in recent years. Their original use was to treat pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence, and transvaginal mesh has been a commonly used device since its approval by the FDA in 2002. Several years after FDA approval, severe side effects directly caused...
Defective Medical Devices Lawsuit
When a manufacturer makes a medical device, they have a duty to provide the consumer with a product that works and is safe for its intended use. Specifically, the manufacturer must provide consumers with a product that is neither defectively designed nor manufactured in a defective manner. If there has been a medical device failure,...
3M Dual-Ended Combat Arms Earplugs Lawsuit
The Eichholz Law Firm wants to help those who have suffered from hearing damage or tinnitus caused by the defective design of 3M Company’s military earplugs. We are currently reviewing cases for U.S. troops and veterans who have unfortunately found themselves in this situation. 3M knowingly sold earplugs to the U.S. military that were...
Transvaginal Mesh Lawsuit
Transvaginal mesh is a product used by women to relieve pain as well as alleviate bowel and bladder issues associated with conditions like pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence. Unfortunately, these products have been linked to serious, life-threatening side effects. Common Vaginal Mesh Products Transvaginal mesh is used for women who suffer from Pelvic...
Denture Cream Lawsuit
Fixodent and Super PolyGrip are two of the top denture cream brands linked to serious nerve damage. People suffering nerve damage may experience pain and numbness in the hands and feet, difficulty walking, and even paralysis. Zinc is used in denture creams as an adhesive and odor controller. While safe in small doses, too much...
DePuy Synthes Elbow Implant System Lawsuit
When the DePuy Synthes Radial Head Prosthesis System was first introduced in 2013, it was touted as a superior system that could help restore joint function in all types of patients. However, just three years later, DePuy recalled tens of thousands of its prosthesis systems after patients experienced loosening of the device that led to...
Vaginal Rejuvenation Lawsuit
The FDA is warning women who are considering vaginal “rejuvenation” treatments about the risks and dangers associated with the use of laser and energy-based procedures. If you or someone you love has undergone a vaginal “rejuvenation” procedure involving a vaginal laser and sustained injuries, such as scarring, burning, or chronic pain, you may have legal...
Essure Lawsuit
Update: On July 20th, 2018, Bayer announced it will stop selling Essure Birth Control Implants. “This decision is based on a decline in U.S. sales of Essure in recent years and the conclusion that the Essure business is no longer sustainable,” Bayer said in a statement. Bayer had already discontinued marketing and sales of Essure...
DePuy Knee Replacement Lawsuit
The knee is one of the most important joints in the body, allowing people to walk around freely and enjoy life. However, injury or arthritis can cause crippling pain that leaves a person incapacitated. When the pain becomes too severe, sometimes a total knee replacement is the only option. Since the first knee replacement was...