Hip Lawsuit
As a result of the August 2010 recall of the DePuy ASR XL Acetabular System total hip replacement and the ASR Hip Resurfacing System, hundreds of patients are now choosing to file a hip lawsuit against DePuy Orthopaedics, the manufacturer of the devices.
A hip lawsuit can help patients locate compensation for medical bills and other expenses incurred as a result of complications from the defective DePuy hip replacement devices.
The two DePuy hip replacement devices were linked to numerous health complications and a high failure rate in a study conducted by the National Joint Registry of England and Wales.
Filing a Hip Lawsuit
All recipients of the DePuy ASR hip implants who have experienced adverse health effects are entitled to receive compensation for current and future health expenses. It is important to discuss your legal options before signing any paperwork or waivers with DePuy Orthopaedics, Johnson & Johnson or any lawyers who represent the device manufacturer.
Although the company may claim to offer compensation to those affected by the recall, the compensation may not cover medical tests, lost wages or future expenses incurred as a result of the second hip replacement surgery that is performed to correct the defective hip device.
Reasons to File a Hip Lawsuit
Individuals who have experienced any of the following complications as a result of the DePuy hip device may be entitled to compensation with a hip lawsuit:
- Hip dislocation
- Bone fracture
- Loose hip cup
- Muscle or tissue damage
- Tumors due to metal debris
- Metallosis, or high levels of cobalt or chromium metal ions in the body
By speaking with a lawyer, individuals affected by the DePuy hip recall may find that they are eligible to receive compensation for blood tests, x-rays, ultrasounds and future medical expenses, as well as compensation for pain, suffering, lost wages and loss of earning capacity.
