Expert Lawyers for Bad Medical Devices

The León Law Firm

When defective medical devices harm you or fail to work properly, you need lawyers who know how to fight large device companies. The León Law Firm helps patients injured by unsafe medical devices get the compensation they deserve. We know how to prove that faulty devices caused your problems. We fight device manufacturers who conceal known dangers. We hold them accountable for prioritizing profits over patient safety. Our lawyers know that device problems can permanently change your life.

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What Are Defective Medical Devices?

Understanding Device Injury Cases

The León Law Firm knows how to handle tough cases involving dangerous implants and devices that harm patients. Defective Medical Device Resources cases focus on proving that poorly made devices caused serious problems. We hold device companies accountable for manufacturing unsafe products. These cases differ from doctor error cases because they target the device manufacturers, not doctors. You may have claims against large companies like Johnson & Johnson, Medtronic, Boston Scientific, and others that produce defective devices.

Our Medical Device Legal Services

The León Law Firm provides comprehensive product liability attorney services for people injured by unsafe medical devices:

Device Failure and Revision Surgery Claims

Defective medical devices can break, malfunction, or fail to work as promised. This often forces patients to undergo risky second surgeries. Device failures include hip implants that fracture, pacemakers that stop working, and mesh that migrates or degrades. When devices fail, patients often require multiple revision surgeries that are more complex and risky than the original procedure. We help patients who need a second surgery because their medical device failed or caused problems. We prove the device was defective and hold manufacturers accountable for producing unsafe products.

Infection and Pain Cases

Medical devices can cause serious infections, ongoing pain, and other complications that severely impact patients’ lives. Some devices are more prone to causing infections due to poor design or faulty materials. Device infections can be life-threatening and require long-term treatment or device removal. Persistent pain from defective devices can last for years and prevent patients from working or enjoying a normal life. We help patients suffering from device infections, ongoing pain, and other serious issues get compensation for their medical needs and reduced quality of life.

Design Flaws and Manufacturing Error Claims

Medical device companies must design safe products, manufacture them correctly, and test them thoroughly before selling them to hospitals and doctors. Design flaws occur when the device itself is inherently unsafe, even if manufactured correctly. Manufacturing errors happen when individual devices are produced incorrectly or with substandard materials. We hold device manufacturers accountable for designing unsafe products, using cheap materials, failing to test properly, and rushing devices to market without adequate safety studies.

Why Choose The León Law Firm for Defective Medical Device Cases: Our Specialized Approach

When you need medical device injury lawyers, learn more about The León Law Firm and why we stand out. The León Law Firm is different because:

Medical Device Law Expertise

We understand FDA regulations and how to prove medical device companies violated safety rules and harmed patients.

Device Company Combat Experience

Our team has fought major medical device companies and knows their tactics for avoiding blame. We know how to defeat their defenses and win in court.

Device Problem Investigation

We work with engineers, doctors, and other experts who understand how defective devices cause problems and can prove your device was unsafe.

Patient Support

Our Spanish-speaking staff understands the challenges medical device patients face with ongoing problems and multiple surgeries. We provide clear updates throughout your case.

No Upfront Fees

We handle medical device cases on a contingency basis. You pay nothing unless we win your case and secure compensation for your injuries.

Proven Results

Our track record includes significant settlements and court victories for people harmed by defective medical devices, unsafe drugs, and other harmful products.

Frequently Asked Questions About Defective Medical Devices

Our skilled legal team answers common questions about medical device injury cases

Understanding Medical Device Problems

What types of medical devices cause the most injuries?

Common problematic devices include hip and knee implants, hernia mesh, pacemakers, heart devices, spinal hardware, surgical mesh, breast implants, heart stents, and insulin pumps. We also handle cases involving faulty surgical tools, diagnostic equipment, and treatment devices that malfunction or cause problems.

How do I know if my medical device is defective?

Warning signs include device failure, persistent pain, recurring infections, device migration, unusual swelling, and repeated problems related to the device. If you’re experiencing ongoing issues after device surgery, your device may be defective or recalled. We can help you research your specific device and see if others have had similar problems.

What's the difference between device problems and doctor errors?

Device problems are caused by poorly designed, manufactured, or marketed products, not physician mistakes. Even when surgeons implant devices correctly, following all protocols, defective devices can still cause serious complications. We focus on manufacturer liability, not surgical errors. If your device was defective, you can sue the manufacturer even if your surgeon performed the procedure correctly.

Legal Process and Evidence

How long do I have to file a medical device lawsuit?

Time limits vary by state, but most personal injury cases have a two- to three-year deadline from when you discovered, or should have discovered, that a defective device caused your problems. Don’t wait to contact a lawyer because important evidence can be lost over time, and revision surgeries may alter the evidence of device problems.

What evidence do you need for my medical device case?

We need your complete medical records from device surgery, records showing your complications, and information about the specific device manufacturer and model number. We can help you get surgical reports, test reports, and device identification information. X-rays, CT scans, photos of removed devices, and expert medical opinions are also crucial evidence for proving device problems.

Are medical device cases part of larger lawsuits?

Many medical device cases are handled in Multi-District Litigation (MDL) or class action lawsuits, where similar cases are grouped together for pretrial proceedings. This helps speed up the legal process and share discovery costs. However, each case is still resolved based on your specific injuries and damages, ensuring you get fair compensation for your unique situation.

What if the device manufacturer says their product is safe and FDA-approved?

Device manufacturers always claim their products are safe, even when there’s proof of serious problems. FDA approval doesn’t guarantee safety, and companies sometimes hide known dangers from the FDA and patients. We examine internal company documents, FDA problem reports, medical studies, and other evidence that shows the actual risks. Many times, companies know about serious problems but fail to warn doctors and patients about these dangers.

Types of Injuries and Compensation You Can Get

What types of compensation can I get for medical device injuries?

You can get compensation for medical bills, revision surgery costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future medical care needs. Device injuries often require expensive revision surgeries and ongoing treatment. If device problems caused permanent disabilities or ongoing conditions, you may also get compensation for reduced earning ability and lifelong care needs.

How much compensation can I expect for my medical device case?

The amount depends on the severity of your complications, the need for revision surgery, lost income, and how device problems affected your life. Cases requiring multiple revision surgeries and causing permanent complications typically result in higher settlements. We fight for full compensation for all your damages, including future medical needs and reduced quality of life.

What if I had multiple devices implanted from different manufacturers?

You may be able to sue multiple device manufacturers if different defective products caused your complications. We investigate all the devices used in your surgeries and determine which ones caused problems. Each defective product may result in a separate claim against different manufacturers, potentially increasing your total recovery.

Browse our significant case results to see examples of substantial recoveries in defective medical device cases.

What Clients Say About Our Medical Device Services: Real Stories

Our work has helped many people harmed by defective medical devices get the compensation they deserve and hold device manufacturers accountable for producing unsafe products. Read our reviews to see how we fight for patients against powerful medical device companies.

Our Legal Team: Skilled Medical Device Lawyers

Our skilled lawyers handle medical device cases and understand the challenges patients with device problems face. Learn about our attorneys

Carlos A. León, Founding Partner

Started the firm in 1995 and has extensive experience with defective medical device cases. He knows how to fight device manufacturers that make unsafe products and has helped many people get justice after being harmed by defective medical devices. His expertise with complex product cases has secured millions for injured patients.

Piero A. Garcia

Specializes in product cases involving defective medical devices and unsafe products. His experience with medical device liability makes him very effective at proving device companies knew about serious problems but failed to warn doctors and patients about the actual risks of their products.

Lauren M. Esparza

Brings valuable skills in proving how defective medical devices cause serious problems and ongoing health issues. Her meticulous approach to medical evidence and device failure analysis has helped many patients recover significant settlements from companies that made defective medical devices.

Defective Medical Devices: Areas We Serve Nationwide

The León Law Firm helps medical device injury victims throughout Texas and nationwide. Defective medical devices were implanted during surgeries across the country, and we can help victims wherever they live.

Legal Cases: Notable Medical Device Recoveries

Our legal settlements team has recovered substantial amounts for people harmed by defective medical devices and other unsafe products.

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Contact The León Law Firm: Get Expert Help for Your Medical Device Case

Ready to discuss your medical device problems and learn about your legal options? Our contact team is available to help you get started with a free review:

The León Law Firm, P.C.
One Sugar Creek Center Blvd, Suite 980
Sugar Land, Texas 77478
Direct Line: (281) 980-4529
Email: info@theleonlawfirm.com

Available: 24/7 for medical device problem cases. Can’t come to us? We’ll come to you. Evening and weekend meetings available. Spanish-speaking staff are always available.

Don’t let medical device companies escape responsibility for making defective products that harm patients. Call now to protect your rights and get the compensation you deserve.

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