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C.R. Bard Faces Over 18,000 Lawsuits as Hernia Mesh Victims Demand Justice

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NEWARK, N.J. — Medical device company C.R. Bard, a subsidiary of Beckton Dickson, is currently facing a significant legal challenge with over 18,000 hernia mesh lawsuits alleging that the devices were defective, causing severe injuries to thousands of patients. Settlement discussions are underway with expectations leaning towards potential conclusions in May 2024, although some law firms have not yet reached an agreement. The litigations, which span all fifty states, surged after a Rhode Island state court rendered a $4.8 million verdict in favor of a plaintiff injured by Bard’s hernia mesh. This was closely followed … Read more

Vaginal Mesh Lawsuits: History, Settlements, and New Claims in 2024

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NEW YORK CITY – Vaginal mesh litigation has emerged as one of the largest mass torts in recent memory, with thousands of lawsuits filed against multiple transvaginal mesh (TVM) product manufacturers. As we enter 2024, understanding the history of the vaginal mesh litigation and the steps involved in bringing a lawsuit is crucial. Additionally, victims seeking compensation may be interested in estimated average settlement amounts and jury payouts for successful claims. In recent news related to vaginal mesh, a study conducted in the Czech Republic found a potential benefit for using transvaginal mesh in pelvic … Read more

Bard Faces Thousands of Hernia Mesh Lawsuits as Plaintiffs Seek Compensation for Defective Devices

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C.R. Bard, a New Jersey-based medical device company, is currently facing over 18,000 lawsuits alleging that its hernia mesh devices were defective and caused injuries and complications for thousands of hernia surgery patients. The lawsuits are spread across all 50 states, and hernia mesh attorneys are handling these claims. The latest news and updates on the hernia mesh lawsuit against C.R. Bard and the status of the Bard hernia mesh class-action MDL are as follows: – In November 2023, the fourth bellwether trial involving Bard is scheduled to begin in April 2024. The trial will … Read more

Vaginal Mesh Lawsuits Continue to Surge in 2023: Victims Seek Justice for Complications and Injuries

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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – Vaginal mesh litigation has emerged as one of the most significant mass torts in recent history, with thousands of lawsuits filed against various transvaginal mesh (TVM) product manufacturers. In this article, we delve into the history of vaginal mesh litigation and provide an overview of the current landscape for individuals considering a vaginal mesh lawsuit in 2023. Updates: In a recent case, a new vaginal mesh lawsuit was filed against Boston Scientific. The plaintiff underwent transvaginal surgery in November 2022 at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee, during which the Boston … Read more