BIO MEDICAL DEVICES - MULTI PARTY & GROUP ACTIONS

“Bio-medical device” is a term that covers a variety of medical equipment, both internal and external, for either cosmetic or health reasons. This term can apply to prosthetic implants, breast implants, pacemakers, internal contraceptives, artificial heart valves, replacement hips and more. External devices, such as wheelchairs, respiratory equipment and more, are also considered bio-medical devices.

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Our solicitors specialise in personal injury compensation claims and deal with product liability cases including issues relating to bio-medical devices for both individual lawsuits and group action (multiparty action). We operate under a no win no fee arrangement with no deductions taken from your award. You never have to pay for any medical reports, expenses or insurance.

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Since the Consumer Protection Act 1987, it is no longer necessary that a claimant prove a manufacturer’s negligence in order to receive compensatory damages for injury resulting from their products. This Act applies to all products first available after the first of March, 1988. Statutes involving this topic throughout the UK are :-

Scotland - the Consumer Protection Act 1987 (Product Liability) (Modification) (Scotland) Order 2001 (Statutory Instrument 2001 No. 265)

England and Wales - the Consumer Protection Act 1987 (Product Liability) (Modification) Order 2000 (Statutory Instrument 2000 No. 2771)

Northern Ireland - the Product Liability (Amendment) Act (Northern Ireland) 2001

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Funding a multiparty action can be extremely expensive however legal aid may be available in certain circumstances and solicitors will consider a no win no fee arrangement as a means of financing certain personal injury compensation claims. Clients can of course pay privately and there is always the possibility of funding from a trades union or cover under a policy of insurance but these latter three methods must be considered as unlikely scenarios.

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If a group of people has similar claims arising from the same bio-medical device, a “multi-party” type of claim may be an appropriate alternative to an individual suit. This allows individuals to pool their information and resources together for a more efficient and cost-effective compensatory resolution.

If you feel that you may be entitled to compensatory damages based on defective or substandard bio-medical devices, call us today on our helpline or submit the contact form. Each member of our experienced group of solicitors is a member of the Solicitors Regulation Authority panel of personal injury experts - contact us now for a completely risk-free, no obligation consultation.