Tennessee Stryker Hip Implant
Lawsuits & Settlements

A majority of patients understand that hip implants eventually wear out over time. The good news is that artificial hip joint implants should allow virtually pain-free activity for many years. According to research by orthopedic surgeons, 80% of implants last for 20 years or more.

However, the exact amount of time a hip replacement will last depends on each person's age, weight, level of physical activity, and individual body conditions as well as the type of device implanted. Talk to a medical professional to discuss the lifespan of a hip implant.

If you underwent hip replacement surgery, especially if the device was later recalled, you should watch closely for any signs and symptoms that indicate possible implant failure. Common problems associated with failing hip implant devices - including defective Stryker hip replacements - are listed below:

We should note that not all patients experience these symptoms right away. It's important to visit your orthopedic doctor regularly to carefully monitor the condition of your implant. When done early, an X-ray can help examine the bone and device placement, but an MRI is often the best way to recognize the body damage that may be occurring before symptoms occur.

The metal-on-metal components in the Rejuvenate Modular and ABG II Modular-Neck Hip Stems have been shown to corrode and release toxic metal debris (cobalt and chromium) into the bloodstream, which damages the soft tissue surrounding the implant and can cause the device to fail. This metal toxicity, known as “metallosis,” can result in serious and even fatal conditions such as:

Other recalls due to Stryker hip replacement failures may cause:

On November 3, 2015, Stryker Corporation agreed to pay a $1.43 billion settlement to resolve thousands of lawsuits regarding its defective Rejuvenate and ABG II hip implants. Overall, Stryker paid an estimated $2-2.2 billion to settle this first round of lawsuits - not including $232 million in insurance recoveries. The average amount paid for each defective hip implant was $600,000.

Similar class action cases against other medical device manufacturers have yielded in upwards of $8.3 million, with each individual plaintiff receiving up to $300,000.

Settlement amounts for individual defective Stryker hip implant lawsuits varies on a case-by-case basis. Consult with a knowledgeable attorney to find out exactly how much your case is worth.

The statute of limitations in each state determines how long plaintiffs have to file a product liability claim for defective medical devices such as faulty hip implants. In Tennessee, legal action must be brought within four years of the date the injury occurs.

It's critical that you consult a Tennessee Stryker hip implant lawyer as soon as possible to find out how the statute of limitations may affect your ability to file an injury claim and seek compensation for your medical expenses and other damages.

Absolutely. In addition to the extensive medical costs associated with hip replacement revision surgery, patients suffering from a failing or defective hip implant typically require extensive rehabilitation, therapy, and experience many other negative impacts on their quality of life such as lost wages and mental anguish.

At Gilreath & Associates, our experienced hip replacement attorneys will represent you on an individual case basis, fighting to ensure you receive fair and just compensation from Stryker to cover your immediate and long-term financial needs as a result of the defective implant.

Contact us today to discuss your hip implant case.

In August 2016, Stryker Orthopedics issued a recall on its LFIT V40 Femoral Head commonly used in hip replacement surgeries. The seven defective catalog numbers recalled represented an estimated 45,000 devices. Stryker received a higher than expected number of femoral head/hip stem dissociations, and severe complications resulted from the LFIT V40 Head such as dislocation, pain, prosthetic fracturing, revision surgery required to alleviate danger, leg length discrepancy, loss of mobility, inflammation, and tissue damage.

This Femoral Head defect continues to pose a serious health risk to hip implant patients. As recently as May 22, 2018, Stryker updated its recall to include eight additional catalog numbers. The expanded recall is caused by a higher than expected number of complaints regarding femoral head/hip stem dissociation.

The V40 heads were used in numerous Stryker products, including:

If you or a loved one have suffered from a recalled Stryker implant, contact Gilreath & Associates to schedule your free consultation.