Understanding Hernia Mesh Injuries
Thousands of Americans nationwide are suffering from serious complications after receiving hernia mesh implants that were supposed to safely repair their hernias. These medical devices, implanted during surgery to reinforce weakened tissue, have instead caused debilitating injuries and required painful revision surgeries for many patients.
Since 2006, certain hernia mesh products have demonstrated alarming failure rates, with patients reporting severe complications including mesh migration, adhesion to organs, chronic infections, and intense pain. The FDA has taken action against several mesh manufacturers, including Ethicon’s 2016 Physiomesh recall and multiple safety communications warning about complications.
Medical research published in JAMA Surgery shows patients with mesh implants often face higher complication rates than those with traditional non-mesh repairs. These complications typically develop over time as the mesh deteriorates, shrinks, or moves within the body.
For patients nationwide, these complications mean more than just physical pain – they result in additional surgeries, extended hospital stays, inability to work, and mounting medical bills. Griffin Law PLC’s national hernia mesh attorneys understand the devastating impact these injuries have on your life and family.
Our nationwide team of hernia mesh lawyers is actively investigating these cases and helping victims across America pursue compensation from the manufacturers responsible for these defective medical devices.
Serious Hernia Mesh Complications
Mesh materials can stick to internal organs, causing severe pain and requiring complex surgical separation.
Mesh can erode into intestines, causing dangerous leakage of intestinal contents and life-threatening infection.
Mesh can harbor bacteria resistant to antibiotics, leading to persistent infections requiring complete removal.
Mesh migration or shrinkage can trap or damage nerves, causing debilitating chronic pain resistant to treatment.
Despite mesh implantation, many patients experience hernia recurrence requiring additional painful surgeries.
The Legal Basis for Your Claim
Mesh products contained inherent flaws making them dangerous even when used exactly as intended.
Manufacturers prioritized profits over safety by inadequately testing products before market release.
Companies failed to properly warn doctors and patients about known serious risks of their products.
Corporations misrepresented mesh safety while downplaying known complications in promotional materials.
Do You Qualify for a Hernia Mesh Lawsuit?
Griffin Law PLC reviews each potential hernia mesh case against specific criteria to determine eligibility for compensation. Patients nationwide typically qualify for a hernia mesh lawsuit if they meet these key requirements:
First, your hernia mesh must have been implanted in 2006 or later, as current litigation focuses primarily on newer mesh products with documented design flaws. For patients who received implants between 2006 and 2009, you must have undergone removal, repair, or replacement surgery to qualify.
Second, you must have experienced verifiable complications such as infection, mesh migration, adhesion to organs, bowel obstruction, chronic pain, or hernia recurrence. These complications should be documented in your medical records and clearly connected to your mesh implant.
Third, you either must have undergone revision surgery to remove or repair the failed mesh, or have a documented recommendation from your doctor for such surgery. If you haven’t had revision surgery but are experiencing ongoing issues, you must have visited a doctor within the past year regarding these complications.
These criteria help establish the connection between your injuries and the defective mesh product, strengthening your claim for compensation. Griffin Law PLC’s nationwide team of hernia mesh attorneys can quickly evaluate your case through our simple instant assessment to determine if you qualify.
Taking Action After Mesh Complications
Ensure all complications are properly recorded in your medical files to establish the link to your mesh.
Keep all medical records, implant information, and documentation of your symptoms and treatments.
Complete our instant assessment to determine if you qualify for compensation for your injuries.
Statutes of limitations vary by state but restrict the time you have to file your claim.
Check Your Eligibility Today
Don’t suffer from hernia mesh complications without compensation. Griffin Law PLC’s experienced nationwide hernia mesh attorneys are ready to fight for the justice you deserve. Complete our instant case evaluation now to see if you qualify. No recovery, no fee guaranteed.
