Denver, CO personal injury lawyer George McLaughlin talks about his extensive experience in handling artificial hip failure cases. Approximately a decade ago, a man sought legal assistance at the attorney’s office for a product liability case. Referred by another attorney who recognized the attorney’s expertise in such matters, the man presented a unique scenario involving the failure of an artificial hip—a phenomenon not widely known to the attorney at that time. This occurrence coincided with a notable increase in artificial hip failure cases, particularly those linked to metal-on-metal failures resulting in the shedding of metal ions.

The specific case involved the Right Medical Pro Femur hip system, a prosthetic hip consisting of a femur stem, modular neck, and femoral head. The client’s hip had unexpectedly broken due to micro-motion and fretting corrosion in the modular neck, leading to a fracture. This incident prompted the attorney’s interest in delving into product liability cases associated with this particular hip system.

Having taken on the case and achieving a favorable outcome for the client, the attorney developed a deeper commitment to investigating similar incidents. Engaging in extensive research through internet searches, collaborations with other attorneys handling comparable cases, and active participation in legal meetings to share experiences, the attorney became a recognized authority on Right Medical Pro Femur modular neck fractures.

Over the past decade, the attorney has successfully managed around 100 cases against the company responsible for the Right Medical Pro Femur hip system. Referrals from fellow attorneys and individuals discovering the attorney through their independent research have consistently contributed to a steady caseload. Managing these product liability cases has emerged as a significant focus within the attorney’s legal practice, particularly emphasizing fractures related to hip products manufactured by Right Medical Technology.