About This Case

Some hernia mesh products, particularly Ethicon, atrium, and Bard have been associated with leading to unfortunate complications.

 

As a result, legal cases against the manufacturers of these products have been initiated on behalf of patients who have suffered harm due to alleged defects in their hernia mesh products. If you or someone you know has experienced complications after hernia mesh surgery it's critical to seek medical attention and legal counsel promptly to understand your options.

Statistics

10-30% of patients who received hernia mesh implants reported chronic pain

Hernia mesh manufacturers recalled more than 211,000 units of hernia mesh from 2005 to February 2019

Recalled Mesh Lawsuits and Settlements as of 2023:

  • Johnson & Johnson’s Ethicon Physiomesh has faced more than 4000 lawsuits throughout the federal court system
  • Atrium C-QUR had a total of 3,393 lawsuits pending as of March 2023
  • Over 19,000 hernia mesh lawsuits have been pending in the Bard MDL since June of 2023

10-30% of patients who received hernia mesh implants reported chronic pain

Hernia mesh manufacturers recalled more than 211,000 units of hernia mesh from 2005 to February 2019

Recalled Mesh Lawsuits and Settlements as of 2023:

  • Johnson & Johnson’s Ethicon Physiomesh has faced more than 4000 lawsuits throughout the federal court system
  • Atrium C-QUR had a total of 3,393 lawsuits pending as of March 2023
  • Over 19,000 hernia mesh lawsuits have been pending in the Bard MDL since June of 2023

10-30% of patients who received hernia mesh implants reported chronic pain

Hernia mesh manufacturers recalled more than 211,000 units of hernia mesh from 2005 to February 2019

Recalled Mesh Lawsuits and Settlements as of 2023:

  • Johnson & Johnson’s Ethicon Physiomesh has faced more than 4000 lawsuits throughout the federal court system
  • Atrium C-QUR had a total of 3,393 lawsuits pending as of March 2023
  • Over 19,000 hernia mesh lawsuits have been pending in the Bard MDL since June of 2023

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Hernia Mesh Complications

Timeline Of Hernia Mesh Complication

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What is a product or device recall?

Product recalls involve removing unsafe products or devices from the market to ensure consumer safety. In the United States, products must meet safety standards to be available for purchase or use in hospitals. If a product is deemed unsafe, a national recall may be initiated based on potential hazards. Individuals injured by defective products can file claims, regardless of whether the injuries occurred before or after a recall. While not all hernia mesh devices have been recalled, we are committed to pursuing cases regardless.

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What kind of damages can I collect for hernia mesh complications?

If you've experienced complications from hernia mesh and decide to file a lawsuit, you may be eligible to receive different types of damages. Economic damages cover financial losses such as lost wages, future earning potential, and current medical expenses. On the other hand, non-economic damages compensate for intangible losses like pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of consortium, and loss of enjoyment of life. Determining the monetary value for these non-monetary losses can be challenging, but your hernia mesh lawyer will utilize their expertise to calculate a fair compensation amount based on their years of experience.

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How do I know if I qualify?

To a claim, your situation must meet the following criteria: You had a hernia repair with a mesh. Then, you either experienced a hernia recurrence requiring surgery, or underwent (or were recommended) a revision surgery to fix a defect or remove a defective mesh product.

JJJ: Hernia Mesh Case Updates

Updates and Preparations in the C.R. Bard MDL Hernia Mesh Case: Third Bellwether Trial Approaches Amidst Growing Lawsuit Numbers

By Jason J. Joy & Associates • September 1, 2023
The C.R. Bard Hernia Mesh MDL continues to evolve, with several key updates in the bellwether trials within this MDL. Bellwether trials play a critical role in shaping the course of thousands of pending lawsuits.  Bellwether trials are test cases used in multidistrict litigation (MDL) to assist in predicting the outcomes of similar future cases. They are typically representative cases chosen from a larger group of lawsuits. The results of these trials can provide insight into how juries might respond to evidence and testimonies, and often guide settlement negotiations in subsequent cases. The third bellwether trial, Stinson v. C.R. Bard, et al. (2:18-cv-01022), is scheduled to begin on October 16, 2023. The previous bellwether trials have provided valuable insights. For instance, the first, the Johns case, resulted in a verdict favoring the defense. This result suggested that plaintiffs may need to seek additional medical treatment to strengthen their case, a lesson that could potentially influence strategies in future trials. The third upcoming bellwether trial has seen some recent developments. The plaintiff's lawyers withdrew their manufacturing defect claim, focusing the case on the failure to warn. This decision could streamline the trial and potentially impact the legal strategies of future plaintiffs. As the third bellwether trial approaches, the number of hernia mesh lawsuits continues to grow. The Bard MDL added nearly 200 new lawsuits last month, bringing the total number of lawsuits in the Bard MDL class action to over 20,000. In anticipation of this pivotal trial, the MDL Judge issued an order setting deadlines for last-minute discovery related to the plaintiff’s post-operative treatment. This suggests the judge is committed to proceeding with the trial in October without further delays. The outcomes of these bellwether trials will likely influence the strategies and decisions of both sides in the remaining thousands of hernia mesh lawsuits. They could potentially lead to large-scale settlements if the plaintiffs' claims are validated, or alternatively, they could strengthen the defense's position if the verdicts favor C.R. Bard. If you or someone you know has experienced adverse effects from a faulty Hernia Mesh Product, please reach out to our office for a complimentary legal consultation at 1-888-383-4107.

Update on Hernia Mesh Litigation

July 1, 2023
Bard is facing roughly 18,000 lawsuits, making it the largest Multi-District Litigation (MDL) involving hernia mesh devices. Two bellwether trials have already taken place, with the first resulting in a defense verdict in September 2021 and the second in a $255,000 plaintiff’s verdict in March 2022. A “bellwether trial” is a case hand-picked by the parties and approved by the court. The goal of a bellwether trial is to give the parties and the court a better understanding of the arguments, the science, and the expected settlement ranges.

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