Hernia mesh lawsuits are claims filed against companies that manufacture surgical mesh used in the treatment of hernias. However, many people have suffered severe injuries after defective mesh implants failed.
According to the FDA, hernia mesh can be manufactured from animal tissue or synthetic materials. Each has a different healing method — either staying in the body permanently or gradually losing strength and dissolving as the tissue grows back.
Unfortunately, many people have had these implants only to find that the cure is worse than the disease itself. They have been subjected to pain, discomfort, sexual inabilities, constipation, issues, and much more.
Could you be owed compensation? Discover below the crucial steps to take to obtain compensation for a hernia mesh lawsuit. Remember, seeking legal advice is key to navigating this process with confidence.
Steps to Take to Obtain Compensation for Hernia Mesh Injuries
Determining how to proceed with your case is one of the most intimidating steps. This is one of the reasons why many people who are rightful to legitimate compensation choose to suffer in silence. Fortunately, when you work with an attorney, we can guide you through this process with confidence.
Document Your Injuries
Be sure to take notes of every type of pain and discomfort you experience. Dates are extremely helpful when documenting these details so that you can present a clear timeline to your lawyer. Every piece of evidence or supporting information you can provide will be beneficial.
See Medical Professional
You will need official supporting evidence. It is always good to have documentation from a doctor who treats you, no matter how well you document your injuries. It would be best if you could see the doctor who performed the mesh implant. Without proper documentation on your injuries, defense attorneys will likely not compensate you for them.
Write it All Down
It’s also crucial that you document information beyond just characterizing your injuries. Details get lost or forgotten when you try to remember them simply. You can be almost sure that you’ll forget details, which will go a long way. This is especially true when you try to convey the extent of your injuries and the difficulty of your experience.
Contact a Personal Injury Attorney
Before you contact anyone else about your injuries, you must partner with an experienced attorney to file a hernia mesh lawsuit. As soon as the company realizes that you plan to seek compensation from them, their defense attorneys spring into action to find ways to reduce your settlement as aggressively as possible. When an attorney initiates the claim, you can be confident that you’re taking the proper steps.
Calculating Damages for a Hernia Mesh Lawsuit
Once you’ve established your entitlement to compensation, it’s crucial to have a clear understanding of the amount you’re entitled to. This will provide you with a figure to negotiate or include in your filing paperwork.
We will help you calculate your damages, both economic and non-economic. Economic damages include medical bills for follow-up treatments, lost wages for missed work, and more. Non-economic damages seek monetary compensation for damages that do not have measurable monetary values. These damages can be your pain and suffering and the impact on your quality of life that these injuries have had. We will calculate both and fight to get you the money you truly deserve.
Why File a Hernia Mesh Lawsuit?
As a victim of defective hernia mesh products, you may be eligible to receive life-changing compensation, including compensation related to:
- Economic losses, including medical bills and lost wages
- Emotional and mental anguish
- Punitive damages – intended to punish the defendant and act as a preventative measure to protect others from such behavior
Who Is Eligible to File a Hernia Mesh Lawsuit?
You may be eligible to file a claim if you received mesh manufactured by Bard Davol, Atrium, or Ethicon and subsequently experienced complications, including those listed above.
At People For Law, we are committed to determining the most appropriate approach for your particular situation. We understand that no two personal injuries are the same. we will pay specific attention to your case to ensure we pursue the compensation you truly deserve. Contact us as soon as possible to get started on your case today, and rest assured, we will leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of justice for you.
If you have any questions, please contact us as soon as possible to ensure that your lawsuit (if eligible) is filed in a timely manner. There are deadlines and statutes of limitations that vary by state and may be applicable to your potential case.