Transvaginal mesh lawsuits are increasingly common as patients experience complications and adverse effects from defective mesh products. Pelvic mesh manufacturers face significant backlash as patients file lawsuits alleging misleading marketing, insufficient product warnings, and manufacturing defects.
Settlements for transvaginal mesh can be sizable, especially for people who suffer long-term health issues as a result of the product’s defects. At this time, several lawsuits have been settled. The settlements that include states are much higher than those for individuals. Total values range from $500,000 for an individual to over $300 million for a state. Such settlements are typically divided amongst the plaintiffs based on the extent and severity of their injuries.
Learn more about transvaginal mesh settlements and the factors that can affect your claim.
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How Much Is a Transvaginal Mesh Settlement?
A transvaginal mesh settlement or judgment amount will differ based on your case details. Settlements or awards involving states have been tens or hundreds of millions, while individual lawsuits have been thousands or millions. Some transvaginal mesh settlements and judgments include:
- $302 million judgment for California against Johnson & Johnson
- $189 million settlement between Boston Scientific and 47 states and the District of Columbia
- $119 million to resolve almost 3,000 cases
- $60 million settlement from Becton, Dickinson and Company (C.R. Bard) to settle deceptive marketing claims
- $26.7 million judgment for four women who suffered serious harm from Boston Scientific’s mesh devices
- $18.5 million judgment for four women in West Virginia
- $9.9 million settlement with the state of Kentucky and Ethicon
- $2.5 million verdict for a woman injured by transvaginal mesh
- $500,000 award against Coloplast Corp.
Predicting an injury claim settlement beforehand is impossible, but The Goldwater Law Firm’s legal partners aggressively seek compensation for all their clients’ losses.
What Damages Can I Claim in a Transvaginal Mesh Lawsuit?
The extent and severity of your damages are strong deciding factors in your settlement or judgment value. Although we cannot predict your claim’s outcome, we can outline the types of damages people typically recover in such cases.
Damages you could seek in a transvaginal mesh settlement include:
- Reduced or lost income, including lost time at work, reduced business income, and loss of future income
- Medical costs, including surgical intervention, follow-up appointments, rehabilitation, and assistive equipment
- Associated costs, such as domestic help, childcare, and other expenses caused by your vaginal mesh injuries
- Physical and mental pain and suffering caused by transvaginal mesh complications and adverse effects
Typically, personal injury claimants receive higher payouts for correspondingly worse injuries. For instance, a person who suffers lifelong disability due to defective transvaginal mesh will likely receive more compensation than someone with minor injuries.
At The Goldwater Law Firm, we know that transvaginal mesh injuries are unique and deeply personal. Our law firm partners respectfully and empathetically handle every aspect of your case so you can focus on recovering your health and returning to your daily life.
How Long Does It Take for a Transvaginal Mesh Case to Settle?
Transvaginal mesh cases can take several years to conclude, but you can receive a settlement at any point during the process.
Large companies are motivated to protect their financial interests and reputations, so they often fight claims until they go to trial rather than settle upfront. If they receive a judgment they do not like, the company may also appeal the decision, making the process last even longer.
Why Are People Suing Transvaginal Mesh Manufacturers?
Transvaginal mesh is a medical device designed to provide extra support to the pelvic floor in patients with pelvic organ prolapse (POP) or stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Lawsuits allege that several mesh manufacturers failed to advise of the potential harmful complications, and patients have suffered from significant health issues as a result.
Some manufacturers named in transvaginal mesh claims include:
- Johnson & Johnson (Ethicon, Inc.)
- C.R. Bard
- American Medical Systems, Inc.
- Coloplast Corporation
- Cook Medical, Inc.
- Boston Scientific Corporation
- Neomedic
Individuals who sued for transvaginal mesh complications say they did not receive sufficient warning or instruction regarding the adverse effects of vaginal mesh. They allege that some manufacturers knew of the risks and purposely hid them from doctors and patients.
Am I Eligible for a Transvaginal Mesh Settlement?
Individuals who received transvaginal mesh implants after 2010 and suffered subsequent complications or adverse effects may be eligible to file a personal injury lawsuit against the mesh manufacturer. Common conditions that result from transvaginal mesh complications include:
- Vaginal bleeding
- Chronic vaginal pain
- Infections
- Mesh extrusion
- Vaginal scarring
- Obstructed bowel or urinary tract
- Bowel perforations and fistulas
- Damage to organs
Even after the mesh has been removed, victims can suffer continued discomfort, pain, infections, and more. Treatments for such issues may involve surgical intervention, medication, and physical rehabilitation. Some individuals may suffer the ill effects of transvaginal mesh defects for the rest of their lives.
If you suffered adverse effects like those above after a transvaginal mesh implant, you may have grounds to seek compensation. The Goldwater Law Firm partners with law firms that focus on mass torts and product defects. They can help you understand how to hold manufacturers of defective medical devices accountable for the injuries they cause.
How Do I Get a Transvaginal Mesh Settlement?
The first step toward obtaining a transvaginal mesh settlement is to file a complaint against the manufacturer. Every state has different time frames and legal requirements, so you benefit from consulting with a transvaginal mesh attorney in your area.
An attorney with experience handling pelvic mesh defect claims will have the knowledge and resources to help you build a strong case. They can help you gather evidence to establish your case and support your claim for a fair settlement.
Once they file your lawsuit, your attorney will keep you apprised of your case status and advise you of any updates as they occur. These cases can take years to settle, but you should aim to file a claim or lawsuit as soon as possible. Some states have statutes of limitations that could prevent you from seeking compensation if you wait too long.
Get Help With Your Transvaginal Mesh Lawsuit Today
If you experienced serious complications following a transvaginal mesh implant, you could seek justice and compensation from the manufacturer responsible. Goldwater Law Firm’s dedicated transvaginal mesh co-counsel can help you understand the legal process and advise whether you have grounds to sue. Contact us today to arrange a free consultation with a transvaginal mesh lawyer.