Hernia Mesh Lawsuits – all you need to know

What is a Hernia Mesh Lawsuit?

When people are diagnosed with Hernia, treatment often involves implanting the patient with Hernia mesh. As per the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), there are about a million Americans undergoing Hernia mesh implants annually. This has become a very common practice in the field of medicine to treat Hernia. As a result of this, there has been an increase in the number of litigations filed by the patients where this treatment has gone wrong and resulted in side effects that have impacted the day to day life of individuals post Hernia surgery.

Common side effects of Hernia Mesh repair surgery are:

Infection, Bowel obstruction, Pain, Perforation of organs, Movement of the implanted mesh, Adhesion are some commonly seen side effects post-implant surgery. These can become more complicated over time and cause further damage to your health and well-being.

When should you file for a claim?

If you or any of your loved one has had a Hernia mesh implant in the past and is now experiencing any of the side effects mentioned above then you might be eligible for compensation from the manufacturer of the mesh used.

The know-how

The first step would be to seek assistance from an experienced Hernia Mesh attorney who understands the nitty-gritty of such lawsuits. A few things to remember prior to filing your claim are:

• The eligibility for filing a lawsuit may be dependent on the state you reside in. There may be deadlines associated with them so act fast.
• You have all your medical records from your healthcare providers. This would include all the test results, a list of medication, surgery details from the hospitals.
• The medical team that performed the actual surgery should be able to give you the details of the mesh used. It is very critical for you to know the make and manufacturer of the mesh used.
• If the mesh or any other tissue surrounding it was removed after the initial implant due to subsequent complications, then it has to be stored and preserved properly by the medical team. This will be used as evidence in court.

In some instances, you can also join in a class-action lawsuit against a manufacturer.

How can we help?

Looking for an experienced medical malpractice attorney, your search ends here. Our exceptional Hernia Mesh lawsuit attorneys would study your case thoroughly. They will advise you on how to proceed and will assist you in procuring the final verdict and/or a settlement in a timely manner. Why wait? Call us on (855) 254-7841 and ask for a free consultation today.