St. Judes Defibrillator Defective
ST. JUDES DEFIBRILLATOR ATTORNEYS
St. Jude Medical Inc., a Canada-based medical technology company, announced in June 2005 that some of its implantable defibrillator models, or ICDs, have a software problem that could cause the heart-shocking device to malfunction.
The following models may malfunction:
- St Jude Atlas.
- St Jude Epic.
- St Jude Epic DR/HF models V-233, V-337 and V-338.
- St Jude Epic Plus DR/VR/HF models V-236, V-239, V-196, V-239T, V-196T and V-350.
- St Jude Atlas DR model V242.
- St Jude Atlas Plus DR/VR/HF models V-243, V-193C, V-340, V-341 and V-343.
Case Background
Advances in science and technology have led to the creation of medical devices that allow patients to live a longer, more comfortable life. Unfortunately, there are flaws in manufacture and operation in some of these devices which lead to injury and death. The Guidant Corporation recently recalled several models of its implanted defibrillators which affects over 50,000 implant victims and Medtronic recalled 87,000 of its defibrillators because of a battery depletion problem.
Health Risks & Symptoms
Any of the installed models shown above is at risk of failure and could cause a heart attack. Depending on the specifics of your situation, the unit may have to be removed.
Do I Qualify for a Class Action Claim?
If you or a member of your family has one of the defective units installed, then you may qualify for a mass lawsuit claim.
In America today there are thousands of mass lawsuits and billions of dollars in unclaimed monies available for victims. If you have been wronged by a major corporation, you may be entitled to compensation for treatments and pain and suffering.
If you believe you have been wronged, take action to protect your rights.
Fill out the form to the right or call 1.800.387.4262 if you need additional information or want to discuss a potential claim with an attorney. All inquiries are kept strictly confidential.
If the inquiry is accepted for further review, you will receive a prompt response (usually the same day or by the next business day). Local counsel may be used for this matter.
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