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Defective Medical Devices

Arkansas Metal Hip Implant Injury Attorneys

Dedicated to helping injured individuals get the justice they deserve since 1992

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Stryker, Depuy & Other Metal Hip Lawsuits

Over 450,000 hip replacement surgeries are performed annually. A hip or knee replacement surgery should last up to 20 years or more. However, serious complications do occur, and it is estimated that 40% of the knee and hip replacement surgeries performed result in medical complications.

One big problem has been numerous recalls on metal hip implants and metal knee implants. There are a variety of implants that surgeons can use, and unfortunately many have been recalled due to failure.

If you or a loved one had a hip replacement or knee replacement surgery and experienced severe pain, were diagnosed with metallosis, or had to undergo a revision surgery, call Caddell Reynolds Law Firm at 800-671-4100.

Manufacturers of Defective Metal Hip & Knee Implant Recalls

The FDA became aware of the risks associated with metal-on-metal hip implants in 2011. They ordered all manufacturers to conduct independent studies into how often these devices were failing.

The studies resulted in multiple recalls from the five top manufacturers. Today, thousands of patients are still suffering from severe adverse effects and having to undergo revision surgery.

The following manufacturers have had their products recalled:

  • Stryker
  • Depuy
  • Smith & Nephew
  • Wright Conserve Cup
  • Zimmer Durom Cup

Patients have experienced the following symptoms after hip replacement surgery:

  • Reduced range of motion and loss of mobility
  • Inflammation and severe pain at the location of the implant
  • Joint instability and a slipping feeling in the hip joint
  • Had to undergo a revision surgery
  • Diagnosed with metal poisoning
  • Renal function impairment

Millions of dollars have already been paid out to plaintiffs for compensation for serious injuries and revision surgeries.

Defective Medical Device Lawyers

When all goes well after surgery, medical devices, such as hip implants, can greatly improve the quality of a patient’s life. When these devices malfunction, however, the side effects can be catastrophic and life-altering. Our hip implant injury lawyers in Arkansas have recovered hundreds of millions in settlements on behalf of our injured clients. Caddell Reynolds Law Firm is committed to fighting for the rights of our clients, especially against big manufacturers.

Call us at 800-671-4100 today to schedule your free consultation.

Defective Medical Device Cases: Frequently Asked Questions

My device hasn't been formally recalled. Does that mean I don't have a case?

Not at all. A formal recall is not a requirement for a product liability claim. What the law looks at is whether the device was defective—in its design, its manufacturing, or the warnings that accompanied it—and whether that defect caused your injury. If a device injured you, the absence of a recall notice does not limit your options. Our attorneys can assess the facts and tell you where you stand.

My surgeon recommended this device. Does that change who is responsible?

In most cases, no. A physician who recommends a device is working with the information available to them—and if the manufacturer withheld or downplayed known risks, your surgeon may have been just as much in the dark as you were. Product liability law places the obligation to disclose known dangers squarely on the manufacturer. A doctor's recommendation, made in good faith based on incomplete information, does not transfer responsibility away from the company that designed and sold the device.

I've already had corrective surgery. Am I too late to file a claim?

No. Having already undergone a revision or corrective procedure typically strengthens your claim—those medical costs, the risk and recovery involved in additional surgery, the time away from work, and the lasting impact on your physical health and daily life are all part of the compensation you may be entitled to pursue. The relevant question is whether you are still within the applicable statute of limitations, which is why speaking with an attorney as soon as possible is important.

What are the filing deadlines for defective medical device claims in Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma?

The statute of limitations varies by state. In Arkansas, you generally have three years from the date of injury or discovery of harm. In Missouri, the deadline for personal injury claims is five years. In Oklahoma, you have two years. These deadlines are treated strictly—missing one almost always means forfeiting your right to compensation, regardless of how strong your underlying case may be. Because these cases also require early investigation and evidence preservation, the sooner you consult an attorney, the better positioned you will be.

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