NYC Defective Medical Device Lawyer
Holding device manufacturers accountable for injuries
Experienced Defective Medical Device Representation
Medical devices are supposed to improve health and quality of life. When defective devices are implanted in patients, the results can be devastating—causing pain, infections, device failures, toxic reactions, and the need for dangerous revision surgeries to remove or replace the defective device.
Device manufacturers often rush products to market using expedited FDA approval processes that don't require rigorous safety testing. When serious problems emerge after devices are implanted in thousands of patients, manufacturers may delay recalls to protect profits, leaving injured patients without recourse.
Gammons Injury and Malpractice Lawyers, P.C. represents victims of defective medical devices. We work with medical experts and biomedical engineers to prove design and manufacturing defects, and we fight aggressively against powerful device manufacturers to secure compensation for your injuries.
Common Defective Medical Devices
Hip & Knee Implants
Metal-on-metal failures, device loosening, metallosis, bone deterioration, and toxic metal poisoning
Surgical Mesh
Erosion, migration, infection, chronic pain from hernia mesh or pelvic/transvaginal mesh
IVC Filters
Migration, organ perforation, filter fracture, and blood clot filter failures
Pacemakers & Defibrillators
Battery failures, lead fractures, inappropriate shocks, and device malfunctions
Spinal Devices
Failed spinal cord stimulators, artificial disc failures, broken bone screws and fusion hardware
Breast Implants
Ruptures, capsular contracture, breast implant illness (BII), and lymphoma risks
Common Medical Device Injuries
Defective medical devices can cause catastrophic complications:
Revision surgery complications
Infections and sepsis
Chronic pain and suffering
Organ perforation and damage
Toxic reactions and metallosis
Device migration or fracture
Nerve damage and paralysis
Blood clots and strokes
Loss of mobility and function
Wrongful death
Device manufacturers have a duty to rigorously test products before implanting them in human patients. When companies rush devices to market using expedited FDA pathways or conceal known risks, they must be held accountable for the devastating consequences.
Why Choose Gammons Injury and Malpractice Lawyers, P.C.?
Medical Device Litigation Expertise
We have experience handling complex device cases involving biomechanical failures and manufacturer negligence
Biomedical Expert Network
We work with surgeons, biomedical engineers, and medical experts to prove device defects and causation
National Device Litigation
We coordinate with national MDL teams to leverage resources and evidence in widespread device failure cases
No Upfront Fees
We work on contingency—you pay nothing unless we recover compensation from the device manufacturer
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of medical devices commonly cause injuries?
Common defective devices include hip and knee implants, pacemakers and defibrillators, surgical mesh, IVC filters, spinal cord stimulators, hernia mesh, breast implants, and insulin pumps. Defects can cause serious complications requiring revision surgery or causing permanent injuries.
Can I sue if my doctor implanted the device?
Medical device lawsuits typically target the manufacturer, not your doctor, unless the doctor was negligent in the implantation. The manufacturer is responsible for designing safe devices, properly testing them, and warning about risks.
What if the FDA approved my medical device?
FDA approval doesn't shield manufacturers from liability. Many devices receive expedited approval without rigorous testing. If a device was defectively designed, manufactured, or lacked adequate warnings, the manufacturer can be held liable despite FDA approval.
What compensation can I recover for a defective medical device?
You may recover medical expenses including revision surgeries, future medical care, lost wages, pain and suffering, loss of quality of life, and permanent disability. Device cases often involve substantial compensation due to serious, life-altering complications.
How long do I have to file a medical device lawsuit?
Generally three years from when you discovered (or should have discovered) the device caused your injury. Given the complexity of device cases and potential for national MDL coordination, contact an attorney immediately to preserve evidence and protect your rights.
Suffering from a Defective Medical Device?
Device manufacturers must be held accountable. Contact us for a free consultation. Available Available 24/7.
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