There are multiple IVC filter lawsuits filed against manufacturers of these devices. Among them are Cook Medical, C.R. Bard, Lisa Davis, and Debra Tinlin. This article examines some of these cases. In addition, we discuss the law governing these cases. The law governing these lawsuits is complex. For more information, please read the full articles below. If you have any questions or concerns, you should contact a medical professional.
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Cook Medical
The Cook Medical versus IVC Filter lawsuit is the result of a patient’s experience with the implant. The Cook IVC filter was implanted into the inferior vena cava in 2011 and was a success, but the device has since caused complications. Many patients have experienced bleeding, discoloration, and pain after surgery. Unfortunately, some patients have to live with this for the rest of their lives.
If you were injured after receiving an IVC filter, you may be eligible for compensation for past and future medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other damages. The Cook Medical vs IVC Filter lawsuits are complex, so you should consult with an experienced attorney who can help you get the compensation you deserve. You may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost income, out-of-pocket expenses, and other damages. To learn more about your legal rights, contact an attorney today.
C.R. Bard
This recent C.R. Bard vs IVC Filter lawsuit is the latest in a series of pending IVC filter lawsuits. After a string of wrongful death and injury reports surfaced, the FDA rebuked the manufacturer for not addressing the safety concerns raised by the IVC filter. The agency also cited the unapproved Recovery retrieval system as a potential source of complication.
The plaintiffs cited defective designs and failure to warn about the G2x IVC filter in their lawsuit. The metal shards found their way into the plaintiff’s heart and lungs. The jury found that Bard did not design the defective G2x IVC filter in violation of FDA regulations and did not warn doctors of the potential danger of this device. The jury also failed to consider the plaintiff’s claim of negligent design.
In addition to the Bard G2 IVC Filter lawsuit, Lisa Davis, a resident of Michigan, filed a suit against the company in federal court. She said the filter broke and migrated to her heart, causing her continuing heart problems. Chris Vlasvich, a resident of Illinois, also filed a lawsuit against Bard. They claimed that the IVC filter broke and damaged their hearts, causing them to suffer heart failure.
Lisa Davis
A Michigan woman has filed a lawsuit against Bard and C.R. Bard in federal court over the IVC Filter. Lisa Davis alleges the device broke, migrated, and caused her ongoing heart problems. A Chicago couple, Chris and Kelly Vlasvich, have also filed a lawsuit against Bard and C.R. Bard, alleging that their IVC Filter broke and damaged their hearts.
In the Lisa Davis IVC Filter lawsuit, a married couple is suing C. R. Bard for injuries and damages they sustained as a result of the IVC filter. They claim that Bard lacked adequate warnings about the risks of the device, and the filter itself is defective. A growing number of patients have filed IVC Filter lawsuits, and a U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation (MDL) has consolidated these cases. The MDL is overseeing pretrial proceedings for all of the claims.
The Bard IVC Filter lawsuit was settled out of court in March 2013. The judge granted Booker $3.6 million in damages, including $2 million in punitive damages intended to punish Bard. The plaintiff has suffered significant health problems since she had her Bard IVC Filter implanted in 2006.
Debra Tinlin
The In re Bard IVC Filter lawsuit was settled in late 2020, and the plaintiff was awarded $3.6 million in damages. Although C.R. Bard initially argued that the claim was barred by the Safe Medical Devices Act of 1990, the Ninth Circuit rejected this reasoning. In light of this decision, other lawsuits involving inferior vena cava filters are likely to follow.
A similar case was filed by Tracy Reed-Brown, who claimed the IVC filter ruptured her aorta, pancreas, and inferior vena cava. She is suing Bard for failing to warn her about the risks of the product. If she wins, she could receive up to $3 million in compensation. Moreover, she can file multiple claims against Bard, as long as her injuries were caused by a defect in the device.
The third bellwether trial, which involved the Bard Recovery blood clot filter, was delayed until September. Plaintiffs dropped their claims for manufacturing defect, negligence per se, and breach of warranty. They were granted summary judgment on claims related to breach of an implied warranty, failure to warn, and deceptive trade practices. The remaining claims will be heard in May 2019.
