Austin, TX personal injury attorney Scott Hendler talks about some of the medical devices that have been the subject of lawsuits. He explains that one of the medical devices that has generated significant lawsuits is artificial hip implants. A key issue is that some manufacturers have bypassed portions of the regulatory process, taking shortcuts allowed under federal regulations. While this expedites production, it increases their liability, which manufacturers often factor into the cost of the product.

These defective hip implants have failed in various ways: some release heavy metals into the body, some slip out of place, and others simply wear out, forcing patients to undergo additional surgeries—sometimes a second or even a third procedure. Thousands of people across the country have experienced these problems in recent years.

He notes that the litigation extends beyond hip implants, encompassing defective heart valves, hearing devices, and birth control devices, all of which have caused serious injuries and side effects for patients. These are the types of medical devices that have been the focus of extensive lawsuits over time.