Implantable defibrillators and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) are internal medical devices used to treat patients with heart disease and heart arrhythmias. These surgically implanted devices detect abnormal heart rhythms and deliver electrical shocks to restore normal heart function. When defibrillators work properly, they act as life-saving devices. But when defibrillators fail, a patient’s irregular heartbeat remains irregular, putting the patient at risk of serious injury or death. Potential defibrillator problems including short circuiting, battery failures, faulty electrical connections, fractured electrical wires (leads) and other malfunctions that interfere with shock delivery during episodes of arrhythmia.

In the past several years, numerous companies have issued defibrillator recalls, or have recalled vital implantable components that help defibrillators work. These companies include Guidant, Medtronic, St. Jude and Welch Allyn. If you or a loved one has a defibrillator, it is important to contact your physician regarding possible recalls, and to continue with regular follow-up examinations.

If you believe that you or a loved one has been injured by a defective defibrillator or ICD, our experienced trial lawyers can help you secure all of the compensation to which you may be entitled. This may include compensation for pain and suffering, financial loss, emotional distress and medical expenses. In some cases, you may also be entitled to punitive damages for another party’s wrongdoing. Our dedicated personal injury lawyers can also help you deal with your insurance company, as well as the insurer of the other party or parties. The insurance companies have lawyers working hard to minimize their payouts; you need an attorney who will work just as hard for you.

At Feldman Shepherd, we are committed to helping our clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey obtain the best possible recovery as expeditiously as possible. We are here to serve you with hard work, attention to detail and a caring approach tailored to your individual needs. If we may be of assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact us today.