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What is Corporate Takeover Litigation

12/12/2022

 
When a proposed merger, acquisition, or buyout of a public company is announced, shareholders have the right to—and should—demand that directors and officers pursue a fair process in negotiating a deal that provides shareholders with a fair value for their investments.

What can shareholders seek in Corporate Takeover Litigation

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​When corporate fiduciaries fail to maximize shareholder value in negotiating corporate transactions, shareholders can bring a direct class action to demand, among other things: additional consideration or a higher price; more favorable deal terms; statutory appraisal rights; the chance for other bidders to present superior offers; the disclosure of material information to allow shareholders to make an informed decision on whether to vote in favor of the deal.

Corporate Governance Allegations

​Shareholders may also assert corporate governance claims. Typical corporate governance allegations in corporate transactions include failure by a target company*s board to organize a competitive sales process and set up necessary committees; insufficient disclosures or misrepresentations in merger filings; and conflicts of interest related to executive noncompete agreements, change-of-control pay, and retention by the acquirer.

Why Is a Majority of Corporate Takeover Litigation in Delaware?

Over a million businesses, including more than 50 percent of publicly traded companies in the U.S. and more than 60 percent of Fortune 500 companies, are incorporated in Delaware. However, while incorporated in Delaware, the vast majority of these businesses have headquarters elsewhere. Thus, plaintiffs have the option of bring corporate takeover litigation in Delaware or the state where the company is headquartered.
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However, in 2010, after a favorable opinion in a Delaware court, companies began to adopt forum selection clauses in their bylaws requiring that cases be litigated in Delaware instead of a company's home state. After these clauses were upheld by the Delaware courts in 2012, they became commonplace with more than 1,000 companies having adopted these clauses.

As a result, with a majority of U.S. companies incorporated in Delaware and the adoption of forum selection clauses requiring cases against those companies to be litigated in Delaware, it has become the home to the majority of corporate takeover litigation.

Contact a Corporate Takeover Attorney

If you are a shareholder of a target company and do not believe you are getting a fair price for you shares, contact Corporate Takeover Attorney Timothy L. Miles today for a free case investigation. 

Timothy L. Miles, Esq.

Timothy L. Miles is a nationally recognized shareholder rights attorney raised in Nashville, Tennessee. Mr. Miles was recently selected by Martindale-Hubbell® and ALM as a 2022 Top Ranked Lawyer, 2022 Top Rated Litigator. and a 2022 Elite Lawyer of the South. Mr. Miles also maintains the AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, their highest rating for both legal ability and ethics. Mr. Miles is a member of the prestigious Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers: The National Trial Lawyers Association, a superb rated attorney by Avvo, a recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award by Premier Lawyers of America (2019) and recognized as a Distinguished Lawyer, Recognizing Excellence in Securities Law, by Lawyers of Distinction (2019). Mr. Miles has published over sixty articles on various issues of the law, including class actions, whistleblower cases, products liability, and more.  Please visit our website.

Paragard Lawsuit: Frequently Asked Questions Consumers Should Know

11/23/2022

 
Contact Paragard IUD removal lawyer Timothy L. Miles today about a Paragard IUD removal side effects lawsuit​.
​Some people who have used the ParaGard IUD birth control have complained that they suffered significant and unexpected complications when attempting to have the birth control device -removed. Some of the ParaGard removal side effects they have reportedly suffered include:
  • Fractured/broken IUD
  • Pieces of the IUD still embedded in the wall of the uterus
  • Invasive surgery is needed to remove remaining pieces
  • Hysterectomy
​​
This is not all the Paragard removal side effects, or other Paragard removal complications, just the most common that have been reported. If you suffered Paragard removal symptoms or any other Paragard IUD removal complications, contact Paragard IUD removal lawyer Timothy L. Miles today about a Paragard IUD removal side effects lawsuit​.

What is the Paragard IUD?

The Paragard IUD is manufactured by Teva Pharmaceuticals and has been around since the late 1980s. An intrauterine device (IUD) is a small plastic T-shaped device used for birth control. It is inserted into the uterus where it stays to prevent pregnancy. It is a small piece of flexible plastic shaped like a T. Sometimes it is called an IUC — intrauterine contraception. The Paragard IUD device has a specially designed copper coil connected to a plastic base. The device is implanted in a women's uterine cavity.

How Does the Paragard IUD Work?

PictureIf you suffered serious Paragard IUD Side Effects, contact a Paragard lawyer today about a Paragard lawsuit
Paragard works using just 1 simple active ingredient which is copper. Paragard works by preventing the sperm from reaching and fertilizing the egg and may also prevent implantation. However, because Paragard is hormone free, it will not prevent your natural menstrual cycle or stop you from ovulating each month. At first, periods may become heavier and longer with spotting in between as a result of the IUD.

What Are the Benefits of a Paragard IUD?

​Paragard Is an effective long-term contraception which can be used by premenopausal women of all ages, including teenagers.  Some on the benefits of the Paragard IUD include that it:
  • Can be removed at any time.
  • Can be used while breast-feeding.
  • Does away with the need to interrupt sex for contraception.
  • Can remain in place for up to 10 years.
  • Does not have the risk of side effects, for example, such as blood clots, related to hormonal birth control methods.

What Are the Risks in Using the Paragard?

​If you do conceive while using the Paragard IUD you are at high risk of having an ectopic pregnancy (a condition where the fertilized egg implants outside the uterus, usually in a fallopian tube.).  However, as noted by the Mayo Clinic less than 1% of women who use the Paragard IUD become pregnant and the risks remain very low over time. As a result, because the rate of pregnancy is so low for those who use the Paragard IUD, their rate of getting ectopic pregnancy is low than women who are sexually active but do not use contraception. 

Additionally, the Paragard IUD does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV. Finally, as discussed below, there are the risks of experiencing Paragard removal side effects or other Paragard removal symptoms when you decide to have the device removed.

Who Should Not Use the Paragard IUD?

​Paragard is not an appropriate alternative for everyone, and your doctor may discourage you from the Paragard IUD and urge to use another alternative if you have any of the following:
  •  Uterine or cervical cancer.
  •  Unexplained vaginal bleeding.
  •  A pelvic infection, such as pelvic inflammatory disease.
  • Wilson's Disease (too much copper accumulates in your liver, brain and other vital organs.
  •  An allergy to any component of ParaGard.

What Is the Problem with the Paragard IUD?

Serious production defects have led to broken IUDs, with the breakage occurring either during the implantation process or during removal along with other Paragard removal symptoms. According to ongoing ParaGard IUD lawsuits, Teva was aware of the potential of Paragard removal side effect since 89.

What are the Paragard Removal Side Effects?

ParaGard IUDs are removed by a healthcare provider. IUDs should be removed when they expire (they typically last from 3 to 10 years), when the user wants to get pregnant, or after experiencing ParaGard side effects. Some typical ParaGard removal side effects include: light bleeding between periods, cramping, pain, and heavy bleeding during periods.​​ Several ParaGard IUD users have reported that the device can also reportedly break during removal, leaving part of the device embedded in the uterus, according to a report published in the Open Journal of Clinical & Medical Case Reports.

Some of the complications caused by a broken or fractured IUD, or other ParaGard removal side effects, include:
  • Broken pieces getting lodged in the uterine cavity
  • Uterine infection
  • Pain, cramps, and/or bleeding
  • Perforation of the IUD through the wall of the uterus
  • Broken pieces migrating to other organs
​
If the fragmented arms of the device break off inside the woman's body, they can cause various internal injuries.  Furthermore, if breakage occurs, it may require that the device be removed with serious invasive treatments such as surgery to remove any leftover pieces and total hysterectomy, which may result in infertility issues for those affected.  Note there may be other Paragard removal symptoms not listed here, you should check with a medical professional. 

What Should I do if I Suffered Paragard IUD Removal Complications?

​ParaGard IUD removal complications can be debilitating and interfere with a person’s quality of life.
​
ParaGard IUD removal complications may cause those affected to be hit with large medical bills, pain and suffering, emotional distress, lost wages and other damages from having to take off from work to recover from their injuries.

A growing number of people are coming forward with allegations of serious ParaGard removal side effects and other Paragard removal symptoms and filing Paragard lawsuits.  Those who have suffered from ParaGard IUD removal complications should consider filing a ParaGard IUD removal side effects Lawsuit to seek compensation for their injuries, as well as compensation for other ParaGard users who suffered Paragard IUD removal complications or other Paragard removal symptoms.

A ParaGard lawsuit is one way to hold Teva accountable for the safety of its intrauterine copper contraceptive and the pain and suffering you experienced from Paragard IUD removal complications. So, if you suffered ParaGard removal side effects, call Paragard IUD Removal Lawyer Timothy L. Miles about a ParaGard IUD removal side effects lawsuit today who can explain the process and who will fight for the compensation you deserve​. ​(855) Tim-M-Law (855-846-6529).

What Can I Get in a Paragard IUD Lawsuit?

​If you meet the Paragard lawsuit criteria, a successful plaintiff is entitled to compensatory damages which would include compensation for things such as:
  • past and future medical expenses.  
  • pain and suffering including emotional distress; and 
  • lost wages and the reduction in your ability to earn an income.

If your case proceeds to trial it is also possible the court could impose punitive damages, intended to punish the defendant for their actions. ​

Call a l ParaGard Lawyer about a ParaGard Lawsuit if You Suffered ParaGard Removal Side Effects

If you or a loved one experienced serious ParaGard removal side effects, or other Paragard IUD removal complications contact Paragard lawyer Timothy L. Miles today at 855/846-6529, or by submitting the form below, as you may be entitled to substantial damages if you meet the Paragard lawsuit criteria. 

​Give us a call, it is free, and see what a 
Paragard Lawyer can do for you and if your eligible for a ParaGard IUD removal side effects lawsuit. ​​ (855) Tim-M-Law (855-846-6529)

Timothy L. Miles, Esq.

Timothy L. Miles is a nationally recognized shareholder rights attorney raised in Nashville, Tennessee. Mr. Miles was recently selected by Martindale-Hubbell® and ALM as a 2022 Top Ranked Lawyer, 2022 Top Rated Litigator. and a 2022 Elite Lawyer of the South. Mr. Miles also maintains the AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, their highest rating for both legal ability and ethics. Mr. Miles is a member of the prestigious Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers: The National Trial Lawyers Association, a superb rated attorney by Avvo, a recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award by Premier Lawyers of America (2019) and recognized as a Distinguished Lawyer, Recognizing Excellence in Securities Law, by Lawyers of Distinction (2019). Mr. Miles has published over sixty articles on various issues of the law, including class actions, whistleblower cases, products liability, and more.  Please visit our website.

Everything You Need to Know About a Paragard Lawsuit

10/26/2022

 
If you suffered Paragard removal side effects or other Paragard removal symptoms, contact a Paragard Lawyer today
Some people who have used the ParaGard IUD birth control have complained that they suffered significant and unexpected complications when attempting to have the birth control device -removed. Some of the ParaGard removal side effects they have reportedly suffered include:
  • Fractured/broken IUD
  • Pieces of the IUD still embedded in the wall of the uterus
  • Invasive surgery is needed to remove remaining pieces
  • Hysterectomy
​​This is not all of the Paragard removal side effects, or other Paragard removal complications, just the most common that have been reported. If you suffered these or any other Paragard IUD removal complications, contact Paragard IUD removal lawyer Timothy L. Miles today about a Paragard IUD removal side effects lawsuit​.

What is the Paragard IUD?

​The Paragard IUD is manufactured by Teva Pharmaceuticals and has been around since the late 1980s. An intrauterine device (IUD) is a small plastic T-shaped device used for birth control. It is inserted into the uterus where it stays to prevent pregnancy. It is a small piece of flexible plastic shaped like a T. Sometimes it is called an IUC — intrauterine contraception. The Paragard IUD device has a specially designed copper coil connected to a plastic base. The device is implanted in a women's uterine cavity.

How Does the Paragard IUD Work?

​ParaGard works using just 1 simple active ingredient which is copper. ParaGard works by preventing the sperm from reaching and fertilizing the egg and may also prevent implantation. However, because ParaGard is hormone free, it will not prevent your natural menstrual cycle or stop you from ovulating each month. At first, periods may become heavier and longer with spotting in between as a result of the IUD.

What Are the Benefits of the Paragard IUD?

​Paragard Is an effective long-term contraception which can be used by premenopausal women of all ages, including teenagers.  Some on the benefits of the Paragard IUD include that it:
  • Can be removed at any time.
  • Can be used while breast-feeding.
  • Does away with the need to interrupt sex for contraception.
  • Can remain in place for up to 10 years.
  • Does not have the risk of side effects, for example, such as blood clots, related to hormonal birth control methods.

What Are the Risks in Using the Paragard?

PictureContact Paragard Lawyer Timothy L. Miles today if you suffered Paragard removal side effects
If you do conceive while using the Paragard IUD you are at high risk of having an ectopic pregnancy (a condition where the fertilized egg implants outside the uterus, usually in a fallopian tube.).  However, as noted by the Mayo Clinic less than 1% of women who use the Paragard IUD become pregnant and the risks remain very low over time. As a result, because the rate of pregnancy is so low for those who use the Paragard IUD, their rate of getting ectopic pregnancy is low than women who are sexually active but do not use contraception. 

​Additionally, the Paragard IUD does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV. Finally, as discussed below, there are the risks of experiencing Paragard removal side effects or other Paragard removal symptoms when you decide to have the device removed.
​

Who Should Not Use the Paragard IUD?

​Paragard is not an appropriate alternative for everyone, and your doctor may discourage you from the Paragard IUD and urge to use another alternative if you have any of the following:
  •  Uterine or cervical cancer.
  •  Unexplained vaginal bleeding.
  •  A pelvic infection, such as pelvic inflammatory disease.
  • Wilson's Disease (too much copper accumulates in your liver, brain and other vital organs.
  •  An allergy to any component of ParaGard

What Is the Problem with the Paragard IUD?

Serious production defects have led to broken IUDs, with the breakage occurring either during the implantation process or during removal along with other Paragard removal symptoms. According to ongoing ParaGard IUD lawsuits, Teva was aware of the potential of Paragard removal side effect since 89.

What are the Paragard Removal Side Effects?

​ParaGard IUDs are removed by a healthcare provider. IUDs should be removed when they expire (they typically last from 3 to 10 years), when the user wants to get pregnant, or after experiencing ParaGard side effects. Some typical ParaGard removal side effects include: light bleeding between periods, cramping, pain, and heavy bleeding during periods.​​ Several ParaGard IUD users have reported that the device can also reportedly break during removal, leaving part of the device embedded in the uterus, according to a report published in the Open Journal of Clinical & Medical Case Reports. Some of the complications caused by a broken or fractured IUD, or other ParaGard removal side effects, include:
  • Broken pieces getting lodged in the uterine cavity
  • Uterine infection
  • Pain, cramps, and/or bleeding
  • Perforation of the IUD through the wall of the uterus
  • Broken pieces migrating to other organs
If the fragmented arms of the device break off inside the woman's body, they can cause various internal injuries.  Furthermore, if breakage occurs, it may require that the device be removed with serious invasive treatments such as surgery to remove any leftover pieces and total hysterectomy, which may result in infertility issues for those affected.  Note there may be other Paragard removal symptoms not listed here, you should check with a medical professional. If you suffered ParaGard removal side effects, call Paragard lawyer Timothy L. Miles about a ParaGard IUD Removal Side Effects Lawsuit.

What Should I do if I Suffered Paragard IUD Removal Complications?

​ParaGard IUD removal complications can be debilitating and interfere with a person’s quality of life.
​
ParaGard IUD removal complications may cause those affected to be hit with large medical bills, pain and suffering, emotional distress, lost wages and other damages from having to take off from work to recover from their injuries.

A growing number of people are coming forward with allegations of serious ParaGard removal side effects and filing Paragard lawsuits.  Those who have suffered from ParaGard IUD removal complications should consider filing a ParaGard IUD removal side effects Lawsuit to seek compensation for their injuries, as well as compensation for other ParaGard users who suffered Paragard IUD removal complications.

A ParaGard lawsuit is one way to hold Teva accountable for the safety of its intrauterine copper contraceptive and the pain and suffering you experienced from Paragard IUD removal complications. So, if you suffered ParaGard removal side effects, call Paragard IUD Removal Lawyer Timothy L. Miles about a ParaGard IUD removal side effects lawsuit today who can explain the process and who will fight for the compensation you deserve​.

What Can I Get in a Paragard IUD Lawsuit?

​A successful plaintiff is entitled to compensatory damages which would include compensation for things such as:
  • past and future medical expenses;  
  • pain and suffering including emotional distress; and 
  • lost wages and the reduction in your ability to earn an income.

If your case proceeds to trial it is also possible the court could impose punitive damages, intended to punish the defendant for their actions. ​

Should I Report Paragard Removal Side Effects?

​Yes, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) urges consumers who experience adverse advents to any medication or product.  You may report Paragard removal side effects via the MedWatch Online Voluntary Reporting Form.  Please make sure to thoroughly explain all Paragard removal side effects or symptoms you experienced or any other Paragard IUD removal complications. 

What Is the Status of the Paragard Lawsuits?

There are nearly 1,500 Paragard lawsuits alleging Paragard removal side effects or other Paragard symptoms that were filed in various federal courts across the country which have been transferred to the Northern District of Georgia for coordinated discovery and pretrial proceedings by the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict.  A trial date has been set by the court for January 2024.  The court also entered a scheduling order setting certain deadlines for the completion of discovery, expert discovery, and other pre-trial motions. ​

Call a l ParaGard Lawyer about a ParaGard Lawsuit if You Suffered ParaGard Removal Side Effects

​If you or a loved one experienced serious ParaGard removal side effects, or other Paragard IUD removal complications contact Paragard lawyer Timothy L. Miles today at 855/846-6529, or by submitting the form below, as you may be entitled to substantial damages.  Give us a call, it is free, and see what a Paragard Lawyer can do for you and if your eligible for a ParaGard IUD removal side effects lawsuit. ​A Paragard IUD Removal Lawyer can explain the process and answer any questions you may have. We take all cases on a contingency basis which means we do not get paid unless we win your case, so contact us today. So, the call is free and so is the fee unless we win your case.

Timothy L. Miles, Esq. 

Timothy L. Miles is a nationally recognized shareholder rights attorney raised in Nashville, Tennessee. Mr. Miles was recently selected by Martindale-Hubbell® and ALM as a 2022 Top Ranked Lawyer, 2022 Top Rated Litigator. and a 2022 Elite Lawyer of the South. Mr. Miles also maintains the AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, their highest rating for both legal ability and ethics. Mr. Miles is a member of the prestigious Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers: The National Trial Lawyers Association, a superb rated attorney by Avvo, a recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award by Premier Lawyers of America (2019) and recognized as a Distinguished Lawyer, Recognizing Excellence in Securities Law, by Lawyers of Distinction (2019). Mr. Miles has published over sixty articles on various issues of the law, including class actions, whistleblower cases, products liability, and more.  Please visit our website. 

Everything You Need to Know About an Ethicon Surgical Staples Lawsuit

10/25/2022

 
According to reports, Ethicon surgical stapler issues have resulted in several injuries and even one fatality. If you believe you meet the requirements for an Ethicon surgical stapler lawsuit, contact Timothy L. Miles, an Ethicon Recall Lawyer. An Ethicon Recall Lawyer is available 24/7 to provide a free case evaluation. We are here to assist. Because we are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, we can assist you with your case if you are looking for an Ethicon Recall lawyer about an Ethicon Lawsuit.

A surgical staples lawsuit may be filed if the product is defective. In October 2019, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) initiated a Class 1 recall—the most severe kind of recall—of Ethicon surgical staplers. The device, as per the federal agency, does not form staples correctly, increasing the chance of surgical complications.

According to reports, Ethicon surgical stapler injuries have resulted in several fatalities. Does an Ethicon surgical stapler recall lawyer believe that you may have a case? Please contact us if you believe you do. We are available around the clock for free case evaluations for an Ethicon Staples Lawsuit.  We are here to help. ​

What Are Surgical Staples?

PictureCall Ethicon Lawyer Timothy L. Miles today about an Ethicon Surgical Staples Lawsuit
​​Surgical staples are one option for closing surgical incisions — both internally and externally. These closures may be used for large or complex wounds which cannot be closed effectively with stitches or sutures. Unlike other closures, surgical staples do not dissolve. Instead, they must be removed by a doctor after a wound has fully healed.

Staples may need to stay in the body for up to 21 days before they are removed.
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Surgical staples are one option for closing surgical incisions — both internally and externally. These closures may be used for large or complex wounds which cannot be closed effectively with stitches or sutures. Unlike other closures, surgical staples do not dissolve. Instead, they must be removed by a doctor after a wound has fully healed.

Staples may need to stay in the body for up to 21 days before they are removed.

What Is the Ethicon Surgical Stapler Recall?

There have been numerous recalls of surgical staplers over the years, proving just how risky they are to use. In May 2013, Ethicon, a subdivision of drug giant Johnson & Johnson, issued a Class-II recall for surgical staples sold under the name Ethicon.  Ethicon staples were used in a number of different types of surgery, including stomach stapling surgery. The recall states that Ethicon staples used in stomach stapling had been reported to misfire and break, risking serious complications.

On Oct. 30, 2019, the FDA announced the Class 1 recall of Ethicon’s Echelon Flex Endopath staplers. The FDA recall, initiated by the Johnson & Johnson subsidiary earlier in October, includes a variety of products, such as the following:
  • ECHELON Flex 60 Endopath Stapler, Articulating Endoscopic Linear Cutter (EC60A)
  • ECHELON Flex 60 Powered Plus Compact Articulating Endoscopic Linear Cutter (PCEE60A)
  • ECHELON Flex 60 Powered Plus Articulating Endoscopic Linear Cutter, 44cm Shaft Length (PLEE60A)
  • ECHELON Flex 60 Powered Plus Articulating Endoscopic Linear Cutter, 34cm Shaft Length (PSEE60A)
These single-user staplers were designed to be used on internal tissue during minimally invasive gynecologic, urologic, thoracic, pediatric, and general surgeries.  According to the FDA, these devices may contain a component that is out of specification—leading to malformed staples. Malformed staples could lead to serious surgical complications.

Two patients were reportedly injured by the staple devices when a misfire lead to their rectums being cut. As of Oct. 3, Ethicon has reportedly received seven reports of serious injuries and one report of death.

Symptoms of Surgical Complications.  In general, surgical staples can lead to surgical complications such as:
  • Infections
  • Improper placement
  • Poor wound healing
  • Wound reopening
  • Allergic reactions
The FDA warns that the recalled Ethicon surgical staplers could be associated with more serious risks and complications.
​
Malformed staples that are not recognized or addressed could lead to:
  • Prolonged surgery
  • Leaking from the surgical incision
  • Hemorrhaging/major catastrophic internal bleeding
  • Hemorrhagic shock
  • Sepsis
  • Bowel leakage
  • Fistula formation
  • Additional surgeries
  • Death
These surgical stapler complications may be more common than reported. A 2020 review found that stapler malfunctions occur in between 0.022% and 2.3% of cases, according to observational studies. In contrast, a survey found that 86% of laparoscopic surgeons – who commonly use surgical staplers – either experienced or knew surgeons who experienced these malfunctions.  In addition to underreporting, surgical stapler manufacturers may have hidden complication reports in a hidden FDA database, according to Kaiser Health News. As a result, it may be hard for patients to know if they were at risk for surgical stapler complications.

Despite past reporting concerns, the FDA officially reclassified surgical staplers as Class II devices in October 2021. This reclassification subjects internal surgical staplers to additional premarket reviews and more stringent approval requirements.

What Is the Problem with the Ethicon Surgical Stapler?

​The problem is uncut washers in the stapler that can interact with malformed staples and result in “insufficient firing” and “complete 360-degree staple line failure,” the FDA notice said. This failure affected two patients who reportedly suffered “serious injuries” when the misfiring of the stapler caused additional resection of their intestines. An investigation revealed another shift in the process during manufacturing for the company’s circular staplers that could have been connected to alleged defects, according to the FDA. The agency noted the manufacturing process was changed in March 2018, with the new process implemented through March 8, 2019. Unfortunately, Ethicon said problems with these circular staplers were connected with the deaths of two patients, the FDA said.

Who All is Affected by the Ethicon Surgical Stapler Recall?

​​​​Stomach stapling surgery is a form of gastric bypass surgery, a weight-loss surgery. These types of surgery use different methods to reduce the size of the stomach to help people lose weight. In stomach stapling surgery, a line of staples is used to partition off most of the stomach.

This reduces the amount of food a person can eat, making it more difficult to over-eat. Using surgical staples in stomach stapling procedures theoretically allows surgeons to perform more complicated surgeries more quickly.

While studies indicate that the procedure can promote weight loss and reduce the risk of complications from obesity, it is a major procedure with serious risks.

How Should I Remove Ethicon Surgical Staples?

​Surgical staples should never be removed at home, they should only be removed by a licensed medical professional. The exact procedure your doctor chooses to remove your surgical staples depends on the following:
  • Location of the staples on your body
  • If the staples are located inside or outside
  • The type of surgery you had​
Typically, it should not hurt from the removal of surgical staples; however, you may feel a slight pinch or tug for each individual staple. If you received injuries caused by Ethicon surgical stapler complications, call Ethcon Recall Lawyer Timothy L. Miles about an Ethicon Lawsuit who can explain the process and answer any questions you may have.

What is the Ethicon Lawsuit Criteria?

​Patients are at risk of surgical stapler complications if they have undergone surgery that involved internal staples. Unfortunately, it may be difficult or impossible for patients to figure out which staples were used in their surgery and if they are affected by the recall.

If you had internal staples, put in during surgery which later needed corrective surgery to fix, you may be affected by the recalled products and may meet the Ethicon lawsuit criteria.

An experienced medical device attorney such as Ethicon Recall Lawyer Timothy L. Miles can help you determine if or your loved one was affected by the Ethicon surgical stapler recall and determine meet the Ethicon lawsuit criteria. Fill out the form on this page to learn more about a free case evaluation by an Ethicon Recall Lawyer and see if you are eligible for an Ethicon Surgical Staples Lawsuit.

What Compensation Can I Get in an Ethicon Lawsuit?

​​Compensation from an Ethicon surgical stapler lawsuit settlement could help injured patients and surviving family members recover damages. This could include:
  • Medical expenses
  • Funeral expenses
  • Pain and suffering
  • Lost wages
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Punitive damages
  • More
In total, patients and their families could recover millions in compensation from an Ethicon surgical stapler lawsuit settlement.  So go ahead and call Ethicon Recall Lawyer Timothy L. Miles today and see if you are eligible for an Ethicon surgical stapler lawsuit.

Have Been any Ethicon Lawsuit Settlements?

​Consumers who were affected by the defective staplers may be able to take legal action through an Ethicon surgical stapler lawsuit. These surgical staples lawsuits can help hold Ethicon and parent company Johnson & Johnson accountable for selling allegedly defective products. Ethicon has faced similar claims in the past due to other recalled surgery staple products. Settlements in similar lawsuits with Medtronic and other companies have resulted in deals worth between $5 million and $80 million.​   An Ethicon Recall Lawyer can answer any additional questions about the Ethicon lawsuit criteria.

Contact Ethicon Recall Lawyer Timothy L. Miles today about an Ethicon Lawsuit

​If you needed corrective surgery due to complications from staples in surgery, you probably meet the Ethicon lawsuit criteria, so contact an Ethicon Recall Lawyer Timothy L. Miles today at 855/846-6529 or submitting the form below and see if you qualify for an Ethicon Surgical Staples Lawsuit. ​An Ethicon Recall Lawyer can explain the process and answer any questions you may have.  We take all cases on a contingency basis which means we do not get paid unless we win your case, so contact us today.  So call today about a Ethicon staples lawsuit.

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20 Frequently Asked Questions About Class Actions Lawsuits

9/23/2022

 
In a previous legal guide, we explained the why class actions matter and the important part they play in the legal system. We further emphasized that the goal of a class action lawsuit is to seek fair compensation for the loss of the people who have been wronged and make sure that the company responsible for the bad behavior is held accountable for its actions. In response, we received quite a few questions of class action cases, particularly with respect the class action procedure.

Read on for authoritative answers to some frequently asked questions about class action litigation. 

What Is a Class Action?

​A civil lawsuit brought by a person or a few people on behalf of a larger group, or class of people, who it is alleged suffered injuries common with the plaintiff. The larger group is referred to as the class, while the plaintiff who brough the suit if referred to as the lead plaintiff or class representative.

How Many People Does It Take to Have a Class Action?