Johnson & Johnson/DePuy Orthopedics' ASR Hip Resurfacing System and ASR XL Acetabular System have an artificial hip recall by the manufacturers beginning on August 8, 2010, due to the rise in evidence that the devices have higher-than-acceptable early failure rates. At Chandler, Mathis and Zivley, we want you to know you have options if you are affected by this artificial hip recall, and we want to fight for everything you deserve as an unknowing participant. We are not afraid to take on large corporations and manufacturers when they have been proven to have erred with their consumer products. If you are considering filing a hip replacement lawsuit, contact our DePuy hip recall lawyer specialists to find out what you should be compensated for.

The artificial hip recall by DePuy Orthopedics has a failure rate roughly double the industry average. Not only this, but there is also a proven basic design flaw that is making it difficult to implant. The metal on metal design can cause friction that leads to small metal fragments or shards breaking off into the patients' bloodstream. This could lead to metal blood poisoning because of the higher concentration of cobalt and/or chromium in the system. If you are involved with the artificial hip recall, you should have a blood test to see if this is happening to you.

At Chandler, Mathis and Zivley, we will provide you with a hip replacement lawyer that is considerate of the pain, suffering, and additional surgery you might have to receive as a result of being implanted with a defective ASR hip resurfacing system. We want DePuy to be considerate of these issues as well for you. We will fight to make sure that happens. Our artificial hip recall experts are strategic and skilled in their litigation or negotiation tactics. You can rest assured we have what it takes to get you what is deserved.

Whether through settlement or litigation, we are dedicated to helping you receive the compensation you deserve for injuries and expenses related to your artificial hip recall. Recognized as attorneys practicing with professional and ethical excellence, the Chandler, Mathis and Zivley law firm is ready to fight for your artificial hip recall lawsuit. Contact us today to set up a free consultation.

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Legal Action Is Being Taken By Patients Following The DePuy Artificial Hip Recall

[Posted on Jan 23]

If anytime during the last decade you had hip replacement surgery, then you need to be aware of the issues that are being caused by many widely used hip implants.  DePuy Orthopedics announced an artificial hip recall related to their ASR Hip Resurfacing System and their ASR XL Acetabular System. Shortly after the release of these implants, patients began to experience unexpected hip replacement problems. As reports of these problems continued to mount, research was done into their cause and it was discovered that there was an abnormally high amount of metal debris being given off by the implants.

Any metal-on-metal type of artificial hip implants are going to lead to some degree of shards coming off of the devices and entering the bloodstream of patients. But the research showed that patients with the defective DePuy device were experiencing up to 100 times more than normal levels. This kind of metal in the bloodstream is extremely dangerous and has led to metal poisoning in some cases. Patients with a DePuy ASR hip implant will likely need revision surgery to prevent further hip replacement problems.

While DePuy may have hoped that their artificial hip recall would absolve them of blame, this hasn’t been the case. Patients experiencing health problems related to their DePuy implant believe a DePuy lawsuit is appropriate. In addition to the pain they’re experiencing, there are a number of other issues they must deal with, including a financial hit as a result of their health problems. By speaking with a DePuy hip recall lawyer, you can determine what legal options are available to you and decide if you’d like to begin the process of a hip replacement lawsuit.

The Law Offices of Chandler, Mathis, & Zivley, PC, have attorneys that have represented individuals with lawsuits related to the DePuy artificial hip recall. They will provide you with a free case review so you can get credible advice from someone you can trust without committing to anything more. Following that case review, you’ll have information at your disposal that you can use to make decision regarding a hip replacement lawsuit. You’ll understand what such legal action will entail and what it will take to win. The Law Offices of Chandler, Mathis, & Zivley, have the background necessary to go up against DePuy Orthopedics. They’ve won numerous cases against large companies and won’t be intimidated when it comes to your DePuy lawsuit.