Exactech® Recall Lawyers

Lawsuits for Recalled Exactech Hip, Knee and Ankle Replacements

Have you suffered a serious injury or a revision surgery due to a defective Exactech® hip, knee, or ankle replacement or implant device? You could be owed significant compensation from Exactech, which has recalled thousands of its defective joint replacement devices in recent years. The company is now faced with individual claims and consumer class action lawsuits.

Don’t miss your chance to demand compensation from Exactech for harming you with an unsafe joint replacement device. Call The Dellutri Law Group, PA at (800) 391-4337 to speak with an Exactech recall attorney in Florida. We are ready to fight for your rights!

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Basis for Exactech Implant Recall

The polyethylene liner used in the Exactech hip and knee replacement systems has been found to be defective. Problems with the liners allow oxygen to come into contact with the metal implants, which triggers a subtle and gradual oxidation process. After the device has been surgically implanted, it continues to oxidize, which wears down the implant and destroys nearby bone and soft tissues.

Upon confirming the source of the defects, Exactech found that essentially all its implants manufactured between 2014 and 2022 were likely affected. Countless reports and complaints from patients and surgeons further confirmed their suspicions, prompting a massive recall. Although Exactech has tried to recall the products before more harm is done to patients across the nation, it does not excuse the harm that has already happened due to their negligence.

Timeline of Exactech Lawsuits

At The Dellutri Law Group, PA, we have been following claims and news stories about Exactech's defective implants for years. Although another recall was started recently, this is not a completely new problem.

A quick timeline of Exactech issues and lawsuits:

• August 2021: Exactech recalls the polyethylene inserts and liners in many of its hip, knee, and ankle replacement products. Before issuing this recall, the company notified surgeons – and only surgeons – that it would likely stop using the plastic liners.
• February 2022: Exactech expands its recall to include all knee and ankle arthroplasty polyethylene inserts. Approximately another 40,000 implants and components were affected by this widened recall.
• October 2022: The Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation (MDL) combines dozens of Exactech lawsuits into an MDL to expedite the litigation process.
• February 2023: A federal judge approves all future Exactech lawsuits to be consolidated in the MDL, effectively allowing anyone who has been hurt by an Exactech implant to more easily join a plaintiff class.

Recalled Exactech Knee, Hip & Ankle Implants

Ever since the initial recall in August 2021, hundreds of thousands of Exactech products have been recalled. There are so many recalled Exactech implants that it is difficult to list them all on just one page. Below, we will include some of the most prominent makes and models that were recalled. If you don’t see the one you have or aren’t sure, please call (800) 391-4337. Statistically, there is a high chance that your Exactech implant has been affected by the recall and could be defective.

Exactech joint replacement devices that have been recalled include but are in no way limited to:

• Acumatch Conventional UHMWPE
• Acumatch GXL Acetabular Liners
• Arthrofocus® Polyethylene Tibial Inserts (TKR)
• Exactech All Polyethylene Cemented Acetabular Cup
• MCS Conventional UHMWPE
• MCS Conventional UHMWPE
• MCS GXL Acetabular Liners
• Novation GXL Acetabular Liners
• Optetrak® All-polyethylene Tibial Components (TKR)
• Optetrak® Custom Polyethylene Tibial Inserts (TKR)
• Optetrak® Hi-Flex Polyethylene Tibial Inserts (TKR)
• Optetrak® RBK® Polyethylene Tibial Inserts (TKR)
• Optetrak® Tibial Inserts (TKR)
• Truliant® Tibial Inserts (TKR)
• Vantage® Fixed-Bearing Polyethylene Liner Component (TAR)
• Vantage® Mobile-Bearing Polyethylene Liner Component (TAR)

Injuries Caused by Defective Exactech Implants

When the metal in an Exactech joint replacement device begins oxidizing, it can cause significant, dangerous, and permanent health complications. The kind and extent of the complications will depend on the severity of the oxidation before it is noticed, what is necessary to correct the injury, where it occurred in the body, and more. Our Exactech recall attorneys from The Dellutri Law Group have worked on catastrophic injury claims for years. You can trust your Exactech claim with us, no matter how severe or extensive your injuries.

Injuries and health complications linked to Exactech implant failures vary, such as:

• Chronic pain
• Difficulty or pain while walking
• Revision surgery and all related risks
• Inability to put any weight on the joint
• Bone degradation and fractures
• Irritating, grating noise when moving

Who is Eligible to File an Exactech Lawsuit?

Most people who have had an Exactech joint replacement device fail on them will have a valid claim. However, some people might be ineligible due to specific circumstances. We cannot guarantee that you have a valid claim or can join a plaintiff class against Exactech, but we can analyze your case to determine your eligibility for you.

You might be eligible to file an Exactech joint replacement lawsuit if:

1. You have an Exactech hip, knee, or ankle replacement implant;
2. You have suffered some sort of injury or complication related to the Exactech implant; and,
3. You have undergone revision surgery, have scheduled one, or have been told by your doctor that you will need one.

Damages in an Exactech Lawsuit

You are likely wondering what your Exactech claim or lawsuit will be worth. Leave the damage calculations up to our firm, so you don’t have to worry about bills, receipts, losses, liability, etc. We are here to fight for every last penny owed to you, just as if we were fighting for our own rights.

Damages that can add to the value of your Exactech claim include:

• Costs of revision surgery
• Other medical treatment costs
• Future therapy and specialized care
• Pain and suffering
• Lost income and wages
• Miscellaneous financial losses

When considering the compensation that you could be owed to you, it is important to know if your case will be handled individually or as part of a class action lawsuit. Individual claims and those handled as part of a mass tort will have damages specific to your losses. However, class action damages are split among the plaintiff class, with lead plaintiffs receiving more than other plaintiffs. Your individual losses won’t be directly influential to the compensation amount, but the goal is still to get enough compensation so that the average plaintiff in the class is fairly compensated.

Call Our Exactech Recall Lawyers Now

Let The Dellutri Law Group, PA fight for your future if a defective Exactech product has caused you to suffer undue injuries and complications. Although our law firm is headquartered in Florida, we can help class action plaintiffs in other states. For legal professionals who really care about your recovery and who have the resources needed to stand up to Big Pharma, dial (800) 391-4337 right now.

Exactech Recall FAQ

• What is Exactech?
  Exactech is a medical device company that specializes in producing orthopedic implants and surgical instruments for joint replacement surgeries. It is under scrutiny after announcing several recalls that affected hundreds of thousands of its joint replacement products.
• What is the Exactech recall lawsuit?
  Legal action has been taken by individuals who have suffered injuries or complications as a result of defective Exactech joint replacement implants. These individuals may be entitled to compensation for their damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
• Which Exactech products are involved in the recall?
  The Exactech recalls affect dozens of different hip, knee, and ankle implant devices that became damaged due to metallic oxidation. The full list of recalled products is massive, so you should dial (800) 391-4337 and speak to a member of our law firm to see if your Exactech implant is affected and what that could mean for you.
• How do I know if I’m eligible to file an Exactech recall lawsuit?
  If you have received an Exactech joint, hip, knee, or ankle replacement implant and have experienced complications or side effects such as revision surgery, pain, swelling, instability, or difficulty walking or standing, you may be eligible to file an Exactech recall lawsuit. An experienced attorney can help you determine whether you have a case.
• What kind of compensation can I receive from an Exactech recall lawsuit?
  Compensation awarded in an Exactech recall lawsuit can vary depending on the specific circumstances of each case. However, potential damages may include medical expenses (past and future), lost income or earning capacity due to disability or time off work due to surgery and recovery period(s), pain and suffering caused by the defective implant(s). Compensation may look different if your case is handled as part of a class action lawsuit with a large plaintiff class.