FDA Issues Class 2 Hip Recall on Smith & Nephew Metal Liners and Components

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Have you had hip implant surgery anytime from 2008 to 2016?  If yes and your doctor used either the Modular SMF Hip System or Modular Redapt Femoral System produced by Smith & Nephew, you need to consult with your doctor.  Both these devices were recalled by the manufacturer on November 15, 2016 due to high rates of complications.  Doctors have been advised to monitor patients for high levels of metal ions in the blood (blood poising) and metal debris which cause adverse tissue reaction often requiring revision surgery.

Smith & Nephew Lawsuits

In response to these devastating complications, those harmed by Smith & Nephew hip implants have filed lawsuits against the company for failure to adequately test the implants or to warn of the risks associated with the devices.

Reeves & Mestayer law firm is investigating new claims as studies have shown these devices have high failure rates and serious adverse reactions often requiring revision surgery.  Patients who received these recalled devices may have legal options against Smith & Nephew to receive compensation for revision surgery costs and pain suffered.  You are encouraged to evaluate your legal options, even if you are not experiencing complications, since metal ions in the blood may not always manifest symptoms in the early stages.

Example claims filed to-date:

  • A New York woman experienced pain and clicking within three months of receiving an R3 acetabular hip replacement in 2010. In a lawsuit filed in New York state court in 2013, she claimed Smith & Nephew was negligent in its design, production and marketing of the implant.
  • A Wisconsin man filed a lawsuit against Smith & Nephew after his Birmingham Resurfacing femoral head and acetabular cup failed. He received the hip implants during a resurfacing procedure in 2011. He had to undergo a revision surgery in 2016 because of hip pain and other complications.

If you or a loved one are experiencing pain and suffering due to hip implant surgery, we urge you to consult with one of our experienced medical device attorneys.  Reeves & Mestayer are aggressive attorneys who fight for maximum compensation, helping our clients recover from medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering.

You can contact us here on our website, by phone at 228-374-5151 or toll free 1-855-558-2977, or in our office at 160 Main Street, Biloxi, MS.  During your free consultation, our firm will go over the details of your case. 

Additional Resource Links

U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2017, January 4). Class 2 Device Recall Modular Redapt(TM) Hip Systems. Retrieved from http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfRes/res.cfm?ID=151502

Smith & Nephew. (2016, November 15). Urgent Field Safety Notice: Medical Device Field Safety Corrective Action / Recall. Retrieved from http://www.bfarm.de/SharedDocs/Kundeninfos/EN/11/2016/09832-16_Kundeninfo_en.pdf;jsessionid=A90BEC524676E62D9943FE20B8C99B1C.1_cid350?__blob=publicationFile&v=1

Reeves & Mestayer Are Proud Co-Founders and Sponsors Of The “Osprey Open Water Swim” In Ocean Springs

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Thanks to everyone who participated in the “Osprey Open Water Swim” this past Saturday.  It was a beautiful day in Ocean Springs with folks coming from as far away as Atlanta to participate.

Congratulations to Matthew Mestayer, Jr., for being the fastest runner during the event!  And we’re sending a “thank you” to Scott Hawkins for creating this video from Osprey 2017… it was a great day!

Reeves & Mestayer is proud to be a co-founder of the event, a signature sponsor and was represented by a team of amazing swimmers and runners.

Injured Offshore? Avoid Making This BIG Mistake!

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All too often the actions you take following an offshore accident greatly determine if you are treated fairly during your claim for compensation.  Many times those injured in maritime accidents make the same costly mistake – putting too much trust in the insurance company and your employer.

The first thing your employer will do following a maritime accident is to notify their insurance provider to have a file opened and a claims adjuster assigned to your case.  It is important to remember these adjusters are NOT representing your best interest.  They work for your employer and are paid to use their skills to find ways to reduce the amount of money paid to you.

In fact, no matter how much your company seems to care about you and your injury, the insurance adjuster assigned to your case has only one goal in mind – to pay as little as possible for your claim.

One of the techniques often used by insurance adjusters is to approach the injured employee in a very friendly manner, hoping to gain trust, so you will say something that can be used to weaken your case thus saving the company money.

To protect your rights after an offshore accident you should avoid the following until speaking with an experienced offshore maritime attorney:

  • Giving a recorded statement
  • Signing any documents

If you are contacted by a claims adjuster before hiring an attorney, you should only provide your name and contact information.  You should tell the adjuster you would like to speak with an attorney before giving an interview, answering questions or signing documents.  If the adjuster pressures you anyway, they clearly do not have your best interest in mind.  Either way, you should get an experienced offshore maritime attorney involved as soon as possible.

If you or a loved one has suffered a maritime injury, we urge you to consult with one of our experienced offshore maritime attorneys before discussing the accident with company representatives.  Reeves & Mestayer, PLLC are aggressive attorneys who fight for maximum compensation, helping our clients recover from medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering.

You can contact us here on our website, by phone at 228-374-5151 or toll free 1-855-558-2977, or in our office at 160 Main Street, Biloxi, MS.  During your free case evaluation, our firm will go over the details of your accident.  We our experienced personal injury attorneys who fight on behalf of our clients to secure the recovery they deserve.