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Editor: Marc Jay Bern
Profession: Defective Medical Device Lawyer

Category: Medtronic Lawsuit News

Two Texas residents were implanted with cardiac defibrillators (ICDs) to help correct and detect slow and fast heart rate conditions. Only now - both men believe the ICDs have not helped their condition and in fact has caused them pain and suffering.

A product liability lawsuit was filed on January 28, in the Eastern District of Texas, against Medtronic, Medtronic Puerto Rico, and Medtronic Puerto Rico Operations.

The complaint alleges that both men were implanted with an ICD that contains a recalled Sprint Fidelis lead wire (model 6948).

On October 15, 2007 Medtronic announced a voluntary recall of its Sprint Fidelis Leads due to potential for lead fractures.

The plaintiffs claim the ICD's are causing them to suffer "severe physical and emotional injuries, pain and suffering, medical expenses, and loss of enjoyment of life."

The lawsuit is demanding claims of relief for products liability, breach of warranty, and negligence.

Both men are seeking punitive and exemplary damages for medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages, physical impairment, mental anguish, pre and post-judgment interest, and costs of suit.