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We have recovered over
$1 Billion
in compensation for our clients

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We are persistent, proactive, and ready to fight for our clients' interests

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While we are aggressive, we always play by the rules and honesty is the foundation of what we do

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We have extensive courtroom and trial experience putting our clients in the best position for success

Reeves & Mestayer is rated
Highest in Legal Abilities & Ethics
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Reeves & Mestayer is listed as
One of the Preeminent Law Firms
in America

Reeves & Mestayer has obtained
Record Verdicts & Settlements
for their clients

BP oil spill class action recovery of
$70 Million
We handled thousands of BP claims throughout the Gulf South and was named by the Court to serve on the Economic and Property Damages Committee in the Multi-District Litigation

Defective product recovery of
$55 Million
After being injured or killed by defective tires, we fought to get 75 passengers and drivers the settlement they deserved

Car accident settlement of
$12 Million
After 5 people were killed in a multi-vehicle collision, their families turned to Reeves & Mestayer for help. We fought to get them the settlement they deserved

State of Mississippi tobacco litigation
$13 Million
Reeves & Mestayer law firm gained this verdict for the State of Mississippi to correct wrongful calculations related to the Mississippi tobacco settlement

Defective Product Settlement of
$1 Billion
We fought for 14,000 plaintiffs and 1,000 defendants hurt by Chinese-manufactured drywall products

Defective Vaginal Mesh and Bladder Slings

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Transvaginally placed surgical mesh bladder slings are used to treat stress urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse in women. In 2008, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said it had received over 1,000 reports of serious complications associated with the bladder slings. At least nine different companies who make the slings have reported complications with their product or the procedure used to place it.

How and Why the Mesh is Used

The surgical mesh bladder slings are used to treat stress urinary incontinence (SUI) and pelvic organ prolapse (POP).

In SUI a small amount of urine sometimes leaks out during moments of physical activity. POP is a condition in which the bladder, uterus, bowl, or rectum has dropped from its normal position and it pushing against the vaginal wall. It can involve one or more of the organs. Muscles normally hold these organs in place, but these muscles can be weakened by childbirth or surgery.

Surgical mesh, used to support the bladder or other organs is placed through an incision in the vaginal wall. The procedure is considered minimally invasive, but now there are reports of very serious complications.

Complications of Vaginal Mesh and Bladder Slings

Complications associated with transvaginally placed surgical mesh include problems with the product and problems with the placement procedure. Complications during the procedure can include:

  • Bowel perforation
  • Bladder perforation
  • Blood vessel perforation

Complications arising after the procedure can include:

  • Erosion of the mesh through the vaginal epithelium into the vagina
  • Vaginal scarring
  • Infection
  • Granuloma formation
  • Persistent vaginal discharge
  • Pelvic pain
  • Dyspareunia – severe pain during intercourse
  • Vaginal fistulas – abnormal pathways connecting the vagina to organs such as the bladder, colon, or rectum
  • Urinary problems
  • Recurrence of SUI or POP

Injuries Caused by Defective Vaginal Mesh and Bladder Slings

Women who undergo surgery to place bladder slings are told that it is a safe, minimally invasive procedure. Typically an out-patient surgery, the procedure itself takes only a few minutes to perform.

It sounds simple and safe, but vaginal mesh and bladder sling complications can cause permanent injuries, chronic pain, inability to have sexual relations, and severely diminished quality of life. Treatment typically involves surgeries, some to remove the mesh and some to treat other problems caused by the mess. Removing the mesh can require multiple surgeries and may never be entirely successful.

If you or a loved one is in need of legal assistance, call the accomplished product liability attorneys at Reeves & Mestayer, PLLC at 228-374-5151 or toll free 1-855-558-2977 or contact us online. The initial consultation is free of charge, and if we agree to handle your case, we will work on a contingency fee basis, which means we get paid for our services only if there is a monetary recovery of funds. In many cases, a lawsuit must be filed before an applicable expiration date, known as a statute of limitations. Please call right away to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.

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Verdicts & Settlements

$156M
Settlement in a class action lawsuit filed on behalf of pensioners of the Singing River Pension Plan.
$55M
On behalf of 75 passengers and drivers injured or killed in tire defect/rollover cases
$22M
On behalf of seven investors defrauded of their life savings
$12M
On behalf of five people killed in a multi-vehicle collision
$10M
On behalf of children and teachers poisoned by defective spray roofing
$5.5M
Verdict on behalf of a woman who was abducted and raped in a K-Mart parking lot because the store provided no security
$6M
Settlement on behalf of an orthopedic surgeon killed during a scuba diving excursion. Believed to be a record settlement for a dive accident in the Bahamas.
$1M
Verdict on behalf of a women who did not receive timely treatment and died as a result of her injuries.

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Reeves & Mestayer, PLLC
160 Main St
Biloxi, MS 39530

Toll free: 1-855-558-2977
Phone: 228-374-5151
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