subject: Patients Winning Lawsuits Against The Company Could Force A Full Zimmer Hip Replacement Recall [print this page] When DePuy Orthopedics announced in August of 2010 that they were recalling their ASR hip resurfacing system, many presumed a similar Zimmer hip replacement recall would soon follow. Both DePuy and Zimmer have faced scrutiny over the last several years as patients have reported hip replacement problems related to devices made by the companies. Unfortunately, while DePuy has acknowledged their implant's flawed design, which is causing substantially more metal debris break off of the device to enter the bloodstreams of patients, Zimmer hasn't taken that step.
The high number of Zimmer hip replacement problems prompted the company to temporarily suspend sales of the device in 2008. However, a short time later they resumed sales of their product, known as the Durom Cup. Patients that have had the Durom Cup implanted are having to undergo additional surgeries to correct the problems and in some instances must have an entirely new hip replacement put in. The recovery from such a procedure will not only be painful but can restrict their activity for some time. For individuals that had just had this surgery done recently, the thought of having to go through this experience again is very disheartening.
Even though there has yet to be an official Zimmer hip replacement recall, many patients believe they have grounds for a hip lawsuit against the company. There have been hip replacement lawsuits filed against both Zimmer and DePuy that have seen patients awarded financial compensation for their pain and suffering. If you've recently had surgery for a Zimmer hip replacement and have since experienced problems related to the device, you could be entitled to similar compensation. To get more information about a Zimmer or DePuy lawsuit, you can contact the Law Offices of Chandler, Mathis, & Zivley, PC.
Few law firms in the country have built a reputation as strong as Chandler, Mathis, & Zivley when it comes to taking on large corporations. You can't risk hiring a hip replacement lawyer that will be intimidated or outmatched by the powerful legal team of Zimmer Orthopedics. With an attorney from Chandler, Mathis, & Zivley representing your hip replacement lawsuit, you can be sure that won't be the situation. They'll assess the strength of your case and advise you if continuing with legal action is the right move for you and your family. With enough successful hip replacement lawsuits, the chances of a formal Zimmer recall are more likely.
