Exactech has recalled several of its products, including those used in knee and hip replacement procedures. If you or a loved one has experienced adverse symptoms linked to these product recalls, you may get compensation to cover your damages.
A lawyer from Van Law can help you understand the Exactech knee & hip replacement lawsuits and potentially place you in a class-action lawsuit. If another type of legal action is more appropriate for you, we will advise you on your options.
What Exactech Products Have Been Recalled?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has documented product recalls involving Exactech products. Recalled products include knee replacement systems, hip replacement systems, ankle replacement systems, and liners for hip replacement products. Specific Exactech products that our mass torts lawyer could help you file a lawsuit for include:
- Optetrak® All-polyethylene CR Tibial Components
- Optetrak® All-polyethylene PS Tibial Components
- Optetrak® CR Tibial Inserts
- Optetrak® CR Slope Tibial Inserts
- Optetrak® PS Tibial Inserts
- Optetrak® HI-FLEX® PS Tibial Inserts
- Optetrak Logic® CR Tibial Inserts
- Optetrak Logic® CR Slope Tibial Inserts
- Optetrak Logic® CRC Tibial Inserts
- Optetrak Logic® PS Tibial Inserts
- Optetrak Logic® PSC Tibial Inserts
- Optetrak Logic® CC Tibial Inserts
- Truliant® CR Tibial Inserts
- Truliant® CR Slope Tibial Inserts
- Truliant® CRC Tibial Inserts
- Truliant® PS Tibial Inserts
- Truliant® PSC Tibial Inserts
- Vantage® Fixed-Bearing Liner Component
The list of recalled products is subject to change, and Van Law can explain whether your Exactech product has been recalled.
Why Are Plaintiffs Suing Exactech?
Several of the Exactech recalls are considered Class II recalls. While Class II recalls do not generally pose an immediate risk of serious health problems, the issues noted in Exactech products can certainly diminish a plaintiff’s quality of life.
Some of the symptoms associated with recalled Exactech knee and hip replacement systems include:
- Instability
- Clicking and other noises
- Swelling in the area of the replacement system
- Physical pain
- Bone degeneration
- Dislocation of the joint replacement system
Depending on the nature of the defect, symptoms may range from severe pain to immobility or mere annoyance. No matter the effect of your recalled Exactech knee or hip replacement product, you may get compensation to cover your damages.
A lawyer from Van Law will review your case and fight to make you whole for the harm caused by your Exactech device.
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What Are Recoverable Damages for a Victim of a Defective Exactech Hip or Knee Replacement System?
The symptoms of defective Exactech joint replacement systems vary, and the specific nature of your symptoms will determine your recoverable damages. The attorneys at Van Law may help you pursue compensation for:
Non-Economic Damages
When someone undergoes surgery for a prosthetic hip or knee, they often endure physical pain and difficult recovery. The intangible losses you suffered because of a defective product could include:
- Physical pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of physical abilities
- Lost quality of life
- Sleeping difficulties
- Mental anguish
Severe pain and lack of mobility caused by a defective Exactech product may even cause depression. Luckily, you have the chance to recover compensation for your non-economic losses.
Corrective Medical Procedures
If you need to replace the defective knee or hip prosthetic, the corrective medical procedures could be expensive. Regardless of the cost, Exactech or other liable parties may need to cover your medical expenses.
The Cost of a New Prosthetic
In addition to medical costs to remove and replace your defective prosthetic, liable parties may cover the new, non-defective prosthetic.
Lost Income
Symptoms from your defective Exactech device, or time you need to undergo and recover from medical procedures, may cause:
- Lost income
- Lost promotions
- Lost bonuses
- Lost earning power
The Van Law team will include these professional damages, as well as any other damages you’ve suffered due to Exactech’s defective product, in your lawsuit.
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How Van Law Will Work To Seek Compensation for Your Defective Exactech Knee or Hip Replacement
The Van Law team handles our clients’ Exactech knee & hip recall lawsuits from start to finish. Whether we help you join an existing class-action lawsuit or help you through other legal action, we can:
Identify and Calculate Damages Caused by Your Defective Exactech Device
Our team will analyze your medical records, speak with you about your pain and suffering, and work with experts to identify your damages. We will collect all documentation that helps prove these damages, including:
- Medical imaging showing the nature of your Exactech device’s defect(s)
- Medical expert testimony about the symptoms caused by your defective Exactech device
- Mental health expert testimony about the psychological and emotional toll of symptoms caused by your defective Exactech device
- Bills for medical care and other expenses related to your defective Exactech device
We’ll complete a detailed calculation of your damages. Through this calculation, we’ll understand how much compensation you deserve for your damages.
Handle All Responsibilities Specific to Your Lawsuit
We will complete paperwork, mind filing deadlines, obtain and submit supporting paperwork, and complete every other step in the legal process. Your lawsuit will be our responsibility, and we’ll provide frequent updates as your case moves forward.
Fight for the Money You Are Entitled to
You can trust Van Law to fight for your financial recovery. We have experience helping clients file lawsuits because of defective medical devices.
Dealing with a defective Exactech device can be a weight on you. We’ll work hard to get you financial relief, and we’ll handle every step of your case so that you don’t have to worry about your lawsuit.
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