Should I Contact an Attorney for My Hip Implant or Replacement Complications?

While hip implants and replacements can vastly improve the quality of one’s life, they unfortunately also carry risks. Complications from these procedures, whether due to medical negligence or defective hip implants, can have long-lasting consequences that can change the course of your life for the worse. If you’ve been negatively affected by a hip implant or replacement surgery, the Buckeye Law Group will fight tooth and nail for your right to fair compensation.

What Factors Contribute to Hip Replacement Malpractice Lawsuits?

1. Defective Implants: Some hip implant devices have been found to have critical design flaws that can lead to an increased risk of complications and failures.
   
   
2. Surgeon Negligence: Errors can be made during the surgical procedure, such as improper placement or inadequate post-operative care.
   
   
3. Lack of Informed Consent: Patients may file claims if they were not adequately warned about the complication that caused their injuries and damages.
   
   
4. Manufacturer Misrepresentation: In some cases, manufacturers have been accused of downplaying the risks of their hip implants, creating unrealistic expectations of performance or implant longevity or failing to provide adequate warnings to their users of device or surgery risks.
   
   

Hip Implant or Replacement Injuries

• Infection: Surgical site infections can occur after a hip replacement surgery, leading to pain, swelling and fever. In severe cases, infections might even spread to the bone, requiring further surgical interventions and antibiotic treatment.
  
  
• Dislocation: The artificial hip joint may dislocate from its proper position, inflicting severe pain and immobility and sometimes requiring additional surgery to fix.
  
  
• Loosening: The implanted artificial hip is supposed to gradually bond to the surrounding bone. Occasionally it doesn’t, leading to instability, pain and a decreased range of motion, potentially necessitating costly revision surgery.
  
  
• Metallosis: Metal-on-metal hip implants – in which both the ball and socket components are composed of metal – can generate metal debris through friction, causing inflammation, tissue damage and, in severe cases, metal poisoning.
  
  
• Fractures: The bone surrounding the hip implant may fracture due to excessive stress or weakening of the bone, often necessitating additional surgery to repair the issue. Revision surgeries can be expensive, require long recovery periods and may lead to long-lasting complications.
  
  
• Nerve Damage: During the hip replacement procedure, nearby nerves can sustain damage, leading to symptoms like numbness, weakness or tingling in the leg. Whether temporary or permanent, nerve damage can result in the need for ongoing medical care. The experienced attorneys at the Buckeye Law Group will pursue a just settlement that compensates for these continuing expenses.
  
  
• Device Failure: A hip implant should last between 10 to 20 years. However, if a hip implant was poorly designed or made with substandard materials, it can fail prematurely, causing the implanted joint to break, dislocate or malfunction.
  
  
• Allergic Reactions: Some patients might develop allergic reactions to the materials used in their hip implants, leading to localized inflammation and discomfort.
  
  

Can You Sue for a Recalled Hip Implant Even if You Haven't Experienced Any Complications?

It depends on the scenario, but potentially yes, if you require immediate revision and replacement surgery. The costs and discomfort you’re forced to bear due to a defective product may justify compensation. It’s important to discuss your situation with product liability lawyers who have experience with medical device cases and medical malpractice litigation.

Get in Contact with Veteran Defective Medical Device Lawyers Today

If you are experiencing complications or injuries after a hip implant or replacement surgery – whether it’s due to an early failure or complications from metal shavings – a reputable and experienced attorney can greatly increase your chances of receiving a just settlement.

A complicating factor in these cases can be determining where the fault lies. Was the manufacturer responsible, the surgeon or both? Our team will help you identify the at-fault parties and build a compelling case with a robust backing of evidence and expert testimonies to establish fault and clearly justify the damages you’re seeking to recover.

We’re not afraid to take your case to court if necessary. Our skilled attorneys can negotiate with insurance companies and the opposing party's legal representatives to pursue fair compensation. To receive a free case consultation with one of our attorneys, call 1-800-411-PAIN or visit us online.