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The Exactech knee replacement lawsuit is not the only problem. Exactech recalled thousands of knee, hip, and ankle replacement devices. In August 2021 when it found that its packaging design caused premature degradation of the polyethylene components through oxidation. Design flaws have been identified as a risk for implant failure and have led patients to undergo the very painful process of revision surgeries. The Exactech lawsuits aver that the company was aware of these risks but did not promptly inform patients and healthcare providers. Across the United States, from Edwardsville, IL, and more, people are now filing lawsuits to obtain damages for medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
The FDA states that Optetrak, Truliant, and Vantage implants experienced higher-than-expected failure rates due to packaging flaws. You may be entitled to an Exactech Knee Replacement Lawsuit if you have been implanted with one of these products.
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At Walton Telken Bragee, we’re committed to keeping you informed about the ongoing Exactech lawsuits involving defective knee, hip, and ankle implants. We’re closely monitoring the latest developments in the Exactech lawsuits. These updates are critical for individuals considering legal action to protect their rights and seek compensation. Stay informed as we break down the latest case developments and what they mean for affected patients.
The Exactech MDL continues to move forward as of January 2025. First, this coming July 2025, the associated bellwether trials will be very important in helping to establish the value of potential settlements for remaining cases. More than 2,500 lawsuits have been combined in federal courts, while hundreds more have been filed in state courts.
Exactech filed bankruptcy in December 2024 from the United States Bankruptcy Court in Wilmington, Delaware. Financial stress in the face of thousands of lawsuits against it- on this ground, the company reasoned. Therein, more than $350 million in liabilities preponderated; an additional $85 million was secured to keep operations running.
Bankruptcy proceedings do not dismiss the injured patients from recovering their compensation through the current litigation MDL. The bankruptcy court is working on how much of the remaining assets will go to legal claims and where patient compensation fits into that equation.
The MDL panel reiterated that the bellwether trial cases would be selected no later than November 2024, with hearings in early 2025. The MDL currently contains more than 1,800 active cases and hundreds more pending approval into settlement discussions. Legal analysts predict a potential global settlement structure could be reached imminently.
Exactech reached a deal with investors in October 2024 to restructure the company amid financial and legal problems it has been fighting. There has been increased regulatory scrutiny, with some predictions that overall settlements could top hundreds of millions of dollars. Lawyers for affected patients said the deal means quicker payouts for patients seeking compensation for the injuries.
Discovery processes, with several thousand medical records and corporate documents under review, continued well into September 2024. According to the court documents, top executives at Exactech knew of defects in implants since 2018 and did not report it to the public. Emails and internal reports corroborate that early concerns over accelerated wear and oxidation issues were raised.
If you or a loved one has been affected, we’re here to help you understand your rights and pursue the compensation you deserve.
An Exactech Optetrak recall was issued for more than 146,000 knee implants used since 2004. If an Exactech implant system was used in your knee replacement surgery, you may be entitled to compensation.
On February 7, 2022, medical device manufacturer Exactech sent a knee replacement recall notice to orthopedic surgeons throughout the United States. The notice provided information regarding over 146,000 defective knee inserts that were implanted in patients from the year 2004 onward. Exactech additionally provided orthopedic surgeons a draft recall letter to be sent to all patients who had a defective device implanted. Individuals who have received an Exactech knee replacement may qualify for a lawsuit against the manufacturer.
Exactech first disclosed issues with the inserts in an August 2021 recall affecting over 60,000 patients. This recall was substantially expanded on February 7, 2022 to include all Exactech Optetrak knee replacements (2004 and later), Logic knee implants (2009 and later), and Truliant knee systems (2017 and later)—a total of over 146,171 knee implants used since 2004.
The majority of Exactech brand knee implants sold since 2004 have been recalled, including:
Individuals who underwent Exactech knee replacement surgery in 2004 or later may qualify for an Exactech knee replacement lawsuit. You do not need to know the precise Exactech implant used to find out if you qualify.
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If you received a recalled Exactech knee replacement in 2004 or later, you may have a legal claim for compensation. The experienced attorneys at Walton Telken Bragee may be able to help.
What is the problem with Exactech knee inserts? Defective polyethylene inserts used with Exactech knee replacements have been found to degrade prematurely, causing failure rates 3 to 7 times higher than other total knee replacement systems and resulting in patients needing costly knee revision surgery.
Significant Exactech knee recall settlements may now be available for individuals who received an:
If you or a loved one had to get revision surgery after a knee or ankle replacement with an Exactech implant, you may be entitled to significant compensation. Find out if you qualify now.
Even if you have not yet had revision surgery, you may be entitled to compensation if you’ve experienced symptoms of implant failure.
A 62-year-old Edwardsville, IL resident underwent a total knee replacement using an Exactech Optetrak implant in 2016. In 2021, she experienced such severe pain, swelling, and instability that she had to undergo emergency revision surgery. Her surgeon found marked wear on the polyethylene insert, thus confirming that the implant had degraded prematurely; she later filed an Exactech Knee Replacement Lawsuit, seeking damages for:
The plaintiffs of the Exactech lawsuits seek compensation on various grounds that include:
Attorneys estimated that settlements may range from $100,000 to $300,000 per plaintiff, depending on the injury and litigation situation.
The Exactech Optetrak knee implant has been associated with failure rates higher than average, with many recipients needing revision surgery in five years instead of the projected 15-20 years. Common complaints include:
The following symptoms have been reported by other patients who have suffered Exactech knee replacement failure:
If you have experienced any of these symptoms, the experienced attorneys at Walton Telken Bragee recommend that you immediately report the issue to your surgeon, who may obtain knee x-rays to evaluate your implant. Should your surgeon find evidence of knee replacement failure, he or she may recommend knee revision surgery or surgery to exchange the defective polyethylene insert.
Even if you have not experienced symptoms, Exactech knee recall settlements may still be available.
You may be eligible for an Exactech lawsuit if you satisfy the following conditions:
If you or a loved one have undergone knee replacement surgery since 2004 with an Exactech Optetrak, Exactech Optetrak Logic, or Exactech Truliant knee implant, you may be entitled to significant compensation.
The experienced attorneys at Walton Telken Bragee can investigate your potential Exactech knee replacement lawsuit.
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