Exactech is a global medical device company that develops and markets orthopaedic implant devices, related surgical instruments and the Active Intelligence platform of smart technologies to hospitals and physicians. The company's products are used in various orthopaedic procedures, including knee replacement, hip replacement, shoulder replacement, and spine surgery.
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3. Understanding Exactech
Exactech is a global medical device company
that develops and markets orthopaedic implant
devices, related surgical instruments and the
Active Intelligence platform of smart
technologies to hospitals and physicians. The
company's products are used in various
orthopaedic procedures, including knee
replacement, hip replacement, shoulder
replacement, and spine surgery.
4. What happened Recently?
In 2022, Exactech issued a recall for certain
knee and hip replacement implants due to
concerns about premature wear and tear. The
recall affected over 150,000 patients
worldwide. Exactech is currently facing several
lawsuits from patients who claim that they
were injured by the recalled implants.
5. The Exactech Lawsuit
The Exactech lawsuit revolves around allegations
of product defects and potential harm caused to
patients. Plaintiff's claim that Exactech's products
have led to complications, injuries, or the need for
revision surgeries. We explore the specific claims
and legal actions associated with this lawsuit.
6. The Exactech Recall
Lawsuit
The Exactech recall lawsuit stems from the
company's voluntary recall of certain medical
devices. It alleges that Exactech's failure to
address safety concerns promptly led to
injuries and complications.
7. Legal Implications
The legal implications of the Exactech
recall are significant. Patients injured by
the recalled implants may be able to file
lawsuits against Exactech to seek
compensation for their injuries.
8. What Can be the Legal
Claims?
• Product liability: Patients may claim that Exactech
is liable for their injuries because the company's
products were defective.
• Breach of warranty: Patients may claim that
Exactech breached its warranty about its
products, such as the warranty that the products
were safe and effective.
• Negligence: Patients may claim that Exactech
was negligent in the design, manufacture, or
testing of its products.
9. What expenses do
patients recover?
If successful, patients who file lawsuits
against Exactech may be able to recover
damages for their medical expenses, lost
wages, pain and suffering, and other
losses.
10. Current Legal Status
Our attorneys provide updates on the current status of
the lawsuits, such as trial dates, settlements, or
ongoing negotiations.
Our team of attorneys shares any recent
developments or rulings that impact the cases and
keeps updating the clients.