Device

China Unveils Groundbreaking Medical Device Law to Streamline Development and Boost Safety Regulations

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Beijing, China — In response to a significant rise in medical device registrations, China is advancing its regulations with the introduction of a draft medical device administrative law. This new legislative framework, under review by the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), aims to tackle the regulatory inconsistencies that have emerged from a fragmented oversight system. The proposed law, which recently closed its public consultation phase on September 28, encompasses all stages of a medical device’s lifecycle from research and development (R&D) to manufacturing, distribution, and sales. It marks the first instance of China creating a … Read more

Emboline Takes Legal Action Against AorticLab for Alleged Patent Violations on Stroke Prevention Device

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Munich, Germany – In a significant move within the medical device industry, Emboline, a pioneering medical technology company, has initiated a patent infringement lawsuit against AorticLab based in Italy. This legal action, filed on October 28 at the Unified Patent Court’s local division in Munich, centers on claims that AorticLab has unlawfully utilized Emboline’s patented technology in their products. Emboline’s claims involve its specialized embolic protection device, specifically designed to safeguard against ischemic events such as strokes during transcatheter heart procedures. This cutting-edge device, known as the Emboliner Embolic Protection Catheter, is crucial in capturing … Read more

New Jersey Supreme Court Initiates Multicounty Litigation for Claims Against Medical Device Giants Over Catheter Injuries

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Trenton, NJ — In a significant judicial move, the New Jersey Supreme Court has recently designated a specialized multicounty litigation track to handle a series of lawsuits against C.R. Bard Inc., Bard Access Systems Inc., and Becton Dickinson and Co. The litigation pertains to claims that the companies’ implanted port catheter products have caused injuries to users. These devices, which are commonly used to administer treatments like chemotherapy, have been at the center of legal scrutiny after numerous patients reported complications allegedly linked to the devices’ malfunction or failure. The designation of a multicounty litigation … Read more

Susan Sharko Honored Among “America’s Top 200 Lawyers” by Forbes for Excellence in Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Litigation

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In a recent acknowledgment of legal prowess, Susan Sharko, a distinguished partner in product liability and mass torts, has earned herself a position on Forbes’ first ever compilation of “America’s Top 200 Lawyers.” This prestigious listing was unveiled as a recognition of lawyers across the nation who not only excel in their legal practice but also lead and innovate within their respective fields. The announcement comes as a testament to Sharko’s reputation as a leading figure in the complex sectors of pharmaceutical and medical device litigation. Her practice encompasses a broad array of responsibilities which … Read more