Hip Replacement: Depuy Implant Alert
Depuy Orthopaedics Inc. announced that it is recalling two of its hip implants products because a recent study showed a higher-than-expected rate of patients needing a second hip replacement. The recalled systems are the ASR Hip Resurfacing System and the ASR XL Acetabular System.
If you or a loved one has received a DePuy hip replacement product after July, 2003 the James Esparza Law Firm would like to help you receive full and complete compensation.
Our experienced and caring attorneys have the knowledge and skill to get you the compensation you deserve if you have have suffered complications through the use of a defective medical device.
The James Esparza Law Firm has extensive experience in medical device litigation, we would like to help you too. Call 800-745-4050 for a confidential no obligation consultation to discuss your legal rights.
Helpful Link: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/08/27/business/27hip.html
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE DEPUY HIP IMPLANT CASES.
WHAT CAUSED THE RECALL OF THE DEPUY HIP IMPLANT?
In the lawsuits filed it is alleged that hip implant is improperly designed causing the Depuy Hip Implant, specifically the ASR XL System or ASR Hip Resurfacing System to prematurely fail. It is alleged that the metal on metal design causes slipping therefore the implant does not fit in place. It is further alleged that the metal on metal design causes small microscopic pieces of metal to break off causing these pieces of metal to enter surrounding tissue and the blood stream.
WHAT IS THE FAILURE RATE?
It is estimated that the failure rate currently is 12-14% and it is estimated that as the Depuy Hip Implant ages, the failure rate will increase.
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF MY DEPUY HIP IMPLANT FAILS?
The first and foremost concern is to consult with your physician as to what is your medical options are. Second you should speak with an experiences attorney. The James Esparza Law Firm is providing a free consultation regarding your legal options. You can call us at
1-800-745-4050 or use our Contact US/Do I Have A Case? feature on our web site and someone will contact you.
The James Esparza Law Firm also recommends that you not sign any documents from Depuy without consulting with an attorney of your choice. Read and analyze the documents to make sure that you are not giving up any of your legal rights.
WHAT IS THE STATUS OF THE LITIGATION?
In December 2010, the United States Judicial Panel on Multi-District Litigation (MDL) ruled to consolidate all federal district cases in the Northern District Court of Ohio. Judge David A. Katz will preside over and manage all pre-trial issues for all federal DePuy hip implant recall cases.
Multi-district litigation is simply a mechanism to preserve judicial resources and ensure uniformity of decision. To claimants it can be very helpful in resolving cases. However, at times it is cumbersome and slow moving. How the Depuy MDL moves is unknown.
WHO GETS TO KEEP THE EXPLANTED HIP IMPLANT?
The issue of who should obtain possession of a hip implant that has been removed because of its failure is important to the litigation. A removed hip implant is important evidence, and its preservation is critical. Currently, the issue is before Judge Katz and his decision is expected shortly.
PROTECT YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS
If you or a loved one has received a DEPUY ASR XL System or ASR Hip Resurfacing System, contact the James Esparza Law Firm for a confidential consultation of your legal rights. Call now at 1-800-745-4050 or use the Contact Us feature on our web site.
The James Esparza Law Firm has helped many families recover full and complete compensation from injuries caused by others, we like to help you too. The James Esparza Law Firm accepts Depuy cases from all over the United States.
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