Medical Device Injury

The medical industry has evolved at an exponential pace over the past decades, creating cutting-edge devices that improve quality of life for millions of people. Implanted medical devices like artificial hips, knees, and joints have helped to enhance mobility, making it possible to continue working, traveling, and spending quality time with kids and pets.

Abiomed Impella Heart Pump Essure IVC Filters Hernia Mesh Transvaginal Mesh

Despite this, medical device manufacturing companies sometimes rush their products to market without properly vetting them, resulting in allergic reactions, injuries, accidents, and even wrongful death. Patients damaged by defective medical devices may have a long road of recovery ahead of them. They may need hospitalization, surgery, and extensive rehabilitation.

If you have been injured by a defective medical device, our Birmingham personal injury lawyers can hold the device manufacturer responsible and recoup the maximum compensation for your damages. If the manufacturing company failed to alert doctors or patients of the device’s possible dangers, they may be considered at-fault parties in a legal case presented by our experienced team.

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Why Choose Heninger Garrison Davis?

Our knowledgeable attorneys at Heninger Garrison Davis have claimed over $3 billion in recoveries for clients across all 50 states, drawing on their massive resources, superior legal acumen, and relentless drive for justice. Our world-class team is set apart by the following differentiators:

ABOTA membership

Four of HGD’s lawyers were chosen for membership in the elite, invitation-only group, the American Board of Trial Advocates, a prestigious organization that includes among the most celebrated and sought-after legal professionals in the United States.

Financial strength

Our financial solvency is an essential pillar of our firm's noteworthy resource bank. We are prepared to handle cases that extend over several years, absorbing costs that might be prohibitive for other law practices. Our financial stability ensures we never have to sacrifice the intensity of our representation.

Cutting-edge technology

Our firm invests in innovative technology and works with an onsite team of IT specialists to streamline case management and optimize communication. Clients enjoy seamless connectivity and accessibility throughout their personalized legal journey.

Abundant resources

Our attorneys have unlocked extensive resources over the course of their robust careers, which can be leveraged for the benefit of our clients’ cases. We partner with the nation’s leading medical experts who can provide critical testimony in high-stakes legal battles.

Academic contributions

Our valued partners serve as mentors and lecturers at local law schools and institutions, furthering the educational goals of tomorrow’s law professionals while staying abreast of the latest developments in legal scholarship.

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Heninger Garrison Davis is thrilled to have received an AVVO Preeminent Rating. Our firm has been honored for excellence by Martindale Hubbell, Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, Million Dollar Advocates, and Litigation Counsel of America.

A Boutique Law Practice Devoted To Personalized Service

HGD is known for winning high-profile personal injury legal battles throughout the nation. However, despite the scope or size of our cases, we retain a personalized approach, curating a boutique practice atmosphere and bespoke strategies tailored to your unique circumstances and needs. The following assets pertain to our insistence on high-quality service throughout every phase of your legal journey:

White glove service

At the outset of your journey with HGD, you will be paired with a dedicated coordinator who sends you timely text message updates regarding the latest developments in your case. Additionally, you will receive a meticulously detailed welcome package with all critical documentation, showcasing our organizational excellence.

Giving back to the community

Not only do our partners shine in legal settings across the U.S., but they also tirelessly give back to their own communities as trusted leaders, uplifting the lives of the underserved and establishing positive social momentum. Our attorneys put the principles of justice and fairness into action on a daily basis.

Upgrading your legal journey

Our lawyers eliminate stress, confusion, and uncertainty so you can pour your energy into the healing process after a medical device injury in Alabama. We provide empathy, support, and unwavering strength throughout every phase of your challenging legal ordeal.

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Our firm receives the majority of its cases as referrals from other law firms, evidencing the enormous trust and faith placed in our team by our peers and colleagues. We remain responsible and service-minded around the clock when working with referring attorneys.

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Heninger Garrison Davis was selected as one of the Best Places to Work in 2024 by the Birmingham Business Journal, a testament to our inclusive and respectful workplace culture. Our high employee retention rate results in enhanced reliability and continuity of care for our clients.

Why Do I Need A Defective Medical Device Lawyer?

Faulty medical devices can cause significant injuries and may even lead to fatalities, entitling you to compensation for your damages. A product liability case can be brought against the medical device manufacturer. These types of cases are often complex to pursue and may require the testimony of various medical experts. Most individuals are not capable of handling product liability claims without the assistance of highly trained personal injury lawyers such as those at Heninger Garrison Davis in Birmingham, AL. Our partners can call on esteemed medical authorities, piece together evidence, negotiate your settlement with insurance companies, and even take the case to court if necessary. At HGD, we will take your case on a contingency basis, meaning that you won’t be charged a dime unless we win.

How Long Do I Have To File A Defective Medical Device Claim?

Most states impose a two-year limit on filing your personal injury case. However, medical product defects may be discovered years after the device is implanted, making the situation more complex. Courts typically allow the two-year window to begin at the time the patient notices the defect or sustains injuries from a faulty medical device. In Alabama, the Supreme Court ruled that the statute of limitations deadline can only be extended with claims that allege the manufacturer fraudulently concealed the product’s defects. An experienced product liability lawyer at Heninger Garrison Davis will be aware of the latest rulings and will ensure you don’t miss the deadline for filing your case and claiming the compensation you justly deserve. Heninger Garrison Davis can look at your device case from any state and evaluate in terms of the statute of limitations usd for that given state.

What Kinds Of Compensation Can Be Recovered After A Medical Device Injury?

The damages you qualify for are based on the details of your case but may include compensatory damages, economic damages, and non-economic damages. Economic damages encompass tangible losses that can be qualified, such as medical bills, hospice care, and lost wages. Non-economic damages refer to losses on which you cannot place a dollar amount, such as pain and suffering and emotional distress.

If our lawyers can prove that the medical device company acted with malice or fraud, this could entitle you to punitive damages, which are meant to send a message and deter other companies from making similar mistakes. In wrongful death cases, damages can also include funeral expenses and burial costs, as well as loss of consortium (companionship).

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Common Defective Medical Devices In Birmingham

While this is only a partial list of medical products that have caused injury to clients due to their defects, it is a good starting point. Clients put their faith in these devices, thinking their lives will change for the better, only to be surprised by unexpected injuries and harm. If you or a loved one has fallen prey to defective medical products, our experienced product liability lawyers at Heninger Garrison Davis can help.

Replacement hips
Replacement knees
Artificial joints
Surgical mesh
Heart defibrillators
Implanted insulin pumps
Stents
Pumps

Who Can Be Held Liable For Medical Device Injuries?

Our Birmingham personal injury attorneys will root out the at-fault party responsible for your medical device injury and pursue the maximum damages allowable under the law. We will investigate the following:

Manufacturing Defects

Manufacturing companies have a legal duty to warn the public about faulty and potentially harmful products. The product flaw may have developed in the factory, on the production line, or through contamination.

Failure To Warn

In some cases, the product failure didn’t occur during the manufacturing process but rather after the device was put into use. Failure to warn can include not applying the proper labeling to devices, not putting a stop to unauthorized use, not mentioning adverse side effects, or using deceptive marketing that doesn’t tell the whole truth about the product’s potential harm.

Design Defects

The medical device may not have been properly vetted, or the company may have ignored reports of certain defects. The product was manufactured correctly, but its design was fundamentally flawed.

Supply Chain Defects

In this case, the design, manufacturing, and marketing of the device were all legitimate. However, once the product entered the supply chain and was shipped to customers, defects occurred, such as contamination.

Doctors And Hospitals

Physicians are obligated to perform adequate research on the products they prescribe for patients. They are often responsible for the surgical insertion, removal, and repair of medical devices. If a doctor or hospital’s negligence is to blame for your medical device injury, we will fight for your rights and recover the compensation you rightfully deserve.

Contact Our Defective Medical Device Injury Attorneys Today

Our Birmingham product liability lawyers understand the intricacies of taking on large manufacturing and design companies. We will identify the responsible parties and craft a customized legal strategy for winning your case. You will first meet with our team for a detailed consultation, during which we will address every question with sincerity, precision, and care, striving to enhance your peace of mind so you can focus on the healing process after a devastating medical device injury in Birmingham, AL. Call today to get started.