Standing with NC Mesh Victims
Thousands of North Carolinians have suffered serious complications after receiving hernia mesh implants. These medical devices, designed to strengthen tissue repairs, have instead caused chronic pain, internal damage, and additional surgeries for many patients.
At Brent Adams & Associates, our hernia mesh attorneys understand the profound impact these complications have on your health and family life. Since 2006, patients throughout Raleigh, Fayetteville, and across North Carolina have received potentially defective mesh products, with many experiencing devastating consequences.
Understanding Hernia Mesh Dangers
Hernia mesh is a surgical implant used to reinforce weakened tissue during hernia repair. These devices, typically made from synthetic materials like polypropylene, are designed to provide permanent support to the repaired area.
While properly designed mesh can be effective, many products have proven dangerous. The FDA has taken significant action regarding problematic mesh, including the 2016 recall of Ethicon’s Physiomesh due to higher-than-expected complication rates and C.R. Bard’s earlier recalls of their Kugel Patch devices.
Medical research published in JAMA Surgery demonstrates that certain mesh products are associated with high rates of complications. These problems typically develop months or years after surgery as the mesh deteriorates, contracts, or migrates through surrounding tissue.
Despite knowing these risks, some manufacturers failed to adequately warn doctors and patients. Brent Adams & Associates is committed to holding these companies accountable for the harm they’ve caused North Carolina patients.
Serious Mesh Complications
Mesh can adhere to intestines, causing blockages that prevent normal digestion and require emergency surgical intervention.
Bacteria can colonize mesh materials, creating persistent infections that resist antibiotics and may require device removal.
Mesh can erode through surrounding tissues, causing damage to organs, blood vessels, and other critical structures.
Some patients experience inflammatory responses to mesh materials, causing severe pain and autoimmune-like symptoms.
Mesh products can fragment inside the body, with pieces migrating to damage distant tissues and organs.
North Carolina patients deserve better than to suffer from these preventable complications. Our hernia mesh attorneys are dedicated to securing justice for those harmed by these defective medical devices.
Legal Basis for Mesh Claims
Manufacturers created products with inherent defects that make them unreasonably dangerous when used as intended.
Production errors compromised product safety and quality, resulting in devices that cause patient harm.
Companies misrepresented safety profiles and benefits while downplaying serious risks associated with their products.
Manufacturers rushed products to market without adequate testing to verify long-term safety in patients.
These legal principles form the foundation of hernia mesh litigation across the country. Major manufacturers including Ethicon, C.R. Bard, and Atrium Medical face thousands of lawsuits from injured patients.
Several significant verdicts have been awarded in hernia mesh cases, including a $4.8 million verdict in a Rhode Island case against C.R. Bard. These precedents strengthen future claims and demonstrate courts’ recognition of the serious harm caused by defective mesh products.
Do You Qualify for Compensation?
If you’ve experienced complications from hernia mesh, you may be eligible to pursue compensation. Our North Carolina hernia mesh attorneys typically work with clients who meet these criteria:
Qualifying Factors:
- You had hernia mesh implanted on or after 2006
- You’ve experienced serious complications such as pain, infection, mesh migration, or hernia recurrence
- You’ve undergone or need revision surgery to remove or repair the failed mesh
- If no revision surgery has occurred, you must have had a medical follow-up within the last year documenting complications
Brent Adams & Associates has extensive experience handling complex medical device claims throughout Raleigh, Dunn, Fayetteville, and across North Carolina. Our dedicated attorneys will thoroughly evaluate your case and help you understand your legal options.
Don’t wait. Time limits apply to filing your claim. Contact us today for a free case evaluation.
Taking Action After Complications
Consult with healthcare providers about mesh-related symptoms and ensure all complications are properly documented.
Keep all medical records, bills, surgical reports, and product information related to your hernia mesh.
Learn about the compensation available for medical expenses, lost income, pain, and future care needs.
North Carolina’s statute of limitations restricts the time you have to file, making quick legal advice essential.
Check Your Eligibility Today
You shouldn’t have to suffer because of a defective medical device. Brent Adams & Associates is dedicated to helping North Carolina hernia mesh victims seek justice and compensation. Our experienced attorneys understand these complex cases and fight tirelessly for our clients.
Time limits apply to filing your claim. Complete our instant case evaluation now to see if you qualify.