NJ Defective Medical Device Lawyers
Advocating for Victims Injured by Medical Device Defects in Princeton and throughout New Jersey
If you have been injured by a faulty medical device, you may wonder how you can seek financial damages for your injuries to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Defective medical device litigation usually falls under the broader category of product liability law in New Jersey. This area of law holds manufacturers, suppliers, and retailers responsible for injuries caused by their defective products. When a medical device fails to function as intended, causing you harm, you can count on our experienced product liability attorneys at Cohen & Riechelson to help you recover full damages while you focus on healing. Contact us at (609) 528-2596 today to learn how we can assist you with seeking compensation if you are injured by a product malfunction. We serve clients in Lawrence, Trenton, Monroe, Titusville, Ewing, Hopewell, and across New Jersey and our firm is ready to help you starting with a free consultation.
Criteria for Defective Medical Devices
A medical device may be considered defective for several reasons. These include improper design, manufacturing defects, and inadequate warnings. In some cases, the device is inherently unsafe or ineffective due to poor design choices, posing risks to users. While rare, these design flaws can pass regulatory agency approval and cause damage to the general market. More often, the problem lies in manufacturing. Errors during the production process lead to flawed devices, even if the design is safe, causing injury. Another common cause of defective medical devices lies in their manufacturer’s failure to provide sufficient instructions or warnings about the potential risks associated with the device.
Examples of Leading Medical Devices Subject to Defects
In the medical industry, a vast number of medical devices are subject to design and manufacturing defects. One common device that sees more than its share of defects is hip replacements. Issues with design or materials can lead to implant failures, resulting in pain and the need for revision surgery. Pacemakers are another common device that can malfunction, leading to very serious repercussions, including heart failure.
Understanding the Impacts of Defective Medical Devices on Injured Victims
As can be imagined, victims of defective medical devices may suffer significant consequences due to medical device defects. These can include acute or chronic pain, medical complications necessitating further intervention, the need for additional surgeries to correct issues caused by the defective device, dangerous infections, and, in some severe cases, even death.
Legal Avenues for Compensation when Injured by a Defective Medical Device
Victims of defective medical devices have several avenues for seeking compensation. The most common is a product liability lawsuit. Individuals can file a lawsuit against manufacturers for design flaws, manufacturing defects, or inadequate instructions or warnings about risks. If numerous people are harmed by the same device, they may join together in a class action lawsuit, which can streamline the legal process and increase the chances of a successful outcome.
Secure Legal Guidance and Compensation for Defective Medical Device Injuries in New Jersey
Defective medical device litigation provides a pathway for victims to seek justice and compensation for their suffering. Understanding the nature of the medical device defects causing your injury and the legal options available to you is essential for full financial and physical recovery, and the legal team at Cohen & Riechelson can get you there. Our attorneys’ extensive knowledge and real-time experience handling defective medical device litigation plays a crucial role in the legal process in New Jersey.
We will investigate the case, gathering evidence, including medical records and the device’s history, to build a strong narrative in support of your claim. Our investigation will allow us to determine liability as we assess whether the manufacturer, healthcare provider, or other parties may be liable for the injuries you sustained. Our aggressive lawyers will negotiate with insurance companies and opposing counsel to reach a fair settlement. And where a settlement that honors your fair and full compensation cannot be reached, we can prepare and pursue litigation, representing you throughout the legal trial proceedings.
Ultimately, our renowned attorneys will zealously seek compensation for your various damages, including medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other related costs both short and long-term. Our law firm serves clients throughout Mercer County, Burlington County, Middlesex County, and New Jersey. Contact our Hamilton, NJ office today at (609) 528-2596 for a free consultation to discuss your claim.
