The AngioDynamics Port Lawyers at Fob James Law Firm are representing victims across the country who have been injured by a defective catheter device.
Catheter devices made by AngioDynamics and other manufacturers are prone to fracture, leakage, or migration. These defects can cause life-threatening injuries.
Some of the injuries associated with a defective catheter include embolism, infection, blood clots, hemorrhaging, organ damage, cardiac arrhythmia, and even death.
If you think you may have suffered an injury, contact our experienced Angiodynamics catheter injury attorneys for a free case evaluation.
Our biggest concern is making sure you get the justice and the compensation that you deserve. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us today: 866-837-1010.
What Is An AngioDynamics Port Catheter?
The AngioDynamics port is an implanted medical catheter device underneath the skin that makes it easier for patients to receive repeated injections into the bloodstream.
This catheter device is also called a Port-a-Catheter or Totally Implantable Venous Access Device (TIVAD).
These devices allow for intravenous (or IV) delivery of fluids, medication, and nutrition without requiring the reinsertion of an IV for every injection.
The specific AngioDynamics ports that could be defective include the following models:
- Vortex Port Catheter
- Xcela Plus Port Catheter
- SmartPort CT Catheter
- BioFlo Port Catheter
- Navilyst PowerPort
What Are The Problems With The AngioDynamics Port Device?
The AngioDynamics catheter device allegedly contains defective components.
Over time, the catheter degrades underneath the skin leading to fractures, migration, leakage, cracking, and malfunction.
What Injuries Are Linked To An AngioDynamics Port Catheter?
The AngioDynamics port may leak, migrate, or crack underneath the skin. After this occurs, patients may suffer severe injuries including the following:
- Infections (sepsis or septic shock)
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Hemorrhaging or Bleeding Injuries
- Cardiac/pericardial tamponade
- Cardiac arrhythmia
- Severe and persistent pain
- Perforations of tissues, vessels and organs
- Patient death
If you have experienced any of these injuries, contact an AngioDynamics port lawyer today.
Who Qualifies for the AngioDynamics Class Action Lawsuit?
Anyone who has an implanted venous access device and subsequently suffered one of the following injuries may qualify for compensation:
- Perforations of tissues, vessels, and organs
- DVT / Blood Clots
- Embolization of catheter
- Pulmonary embolism
- Hematoma
- Hemorrhaging or Bleeding
- Necrosis (dead tissue) around port site
- Device Related organ damage
- Cardiac/Pericardial tamponade
- Cardiac arrhythmia
- Infections (>90 days post implant ONLY)
- Bloodstream infection / sepsis
To see if your case qualifies, contact an AngioDynamics Port lawsuit lawyer today. You can reach us 24/7 at 866-837-1010.
What Can I Recover From An AngioDynamics Port Lawsuit?
Every case is unique, but people who successfully file product liability lawsuits can recover money for the following damages:
- PAST AND FUTURE MEDICAL BILLS (INCLUDING MEDICATION, HOSPITAL STAYS, AND IN-HOME CARE)
- PAIN AND SUFFERING
- LOST WAGES
- LOSS OF EARNING CAPACITY
- FUNERAL EXPENSES (IN THE VENT OF A LOVED ONE’S DEATH)
- BROADLY SPEAKING, A PLAINTIFF COULD BE ENTITLED TO COMPENSATION FOR ANY PAST AND FUTURE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THEIR INJURY
To speak to an experienced catheter injury attorney about your damages, call us today for a free consultation.
What Are The Attorney Fees In The AngioDynamics Lawsuit?
Fob James Law Firm operates on the contingency-fee-basis. We only get paid a percentage of the recovery if we successfully resolve your case.
Our fees come out of a favorable settlement or jury award, not out of your pocket. If we do not obtain a recovery then you owe us nothing.
To speak with one of our experienced catheter lawyers, call us today at 866-837-1010.
How Long Do I Have To File An AngioDynamics Catheter Lawyer?
Every state is different so make sure you consult with an attorney about how long you have to file a lawsuit.
In many states, you generally have two years from the date of discovery of your catheter related injury to file a lawsuit.
How Do I Join The AngioDynamics Port Lawsuit?
It is simple to join the AngioDynamics Port lawsuit. Call us today or submit your contact information and our attorneys will call you to discuss your case.
It does not matter where you live. We represent victims of defective catheter devices in all 50 states.
Regardless of your location, all AngioDynamics Port cases are filed in the MDL (federal court).
When Will the AngioDynamics Port Lawsuit Reach a Settlement?
The MDL (consolidation) was formed in October 2024. Accordingly, the litigation is at the beginning stages.
In large mass tort cases, large battles must be won before settlement. These battles take time.
For example, we believe the defendants will attack causation (i.e. that the AngioDynamics Port caused the underlying injuries) early on. This issue alone could take over a year to litigate.
Ultimately, we believe the Court will schedule “bellwether” trials which are like test trials. These trials give plaintiffs and defendants a good barometer on value and strength of certain types of cases. If plaintiffs are successful in bellwether trials, the defendants may be inclined to explore settlement.
This is completely speculative but we believe the time frame for settlement could be 2-4 years. Although several years sounds like a long time, this is standard for large MDLs.
AngioDynamics Port Catheter Litigation Updates
Updates on the Angiodynamics port catheter lawsuit are posted in this section throughout the litigation.
January 1, 2024 – Plaintiffs Propose Leadership Structure for the MDL
In mass torts, thousands of plaintiffs are usually represented by hundreds of law firms. Not every attorney can have a leadership role in the litigation.
Consequently, the Court asks plaintiff attorneys to propose the leadership strucure for the litigation. Typically, the top of the leadership consists of the Lead Counsel; “Steering Committee”; and “Excutive Committee”. The lead counsel and these committeess are the attorneys responsible for handling the entire litigation.
The steering and executive committees will appoint attorneys to fill roles on various subcommittees.
Right now, the plaintiffs have filed a motion asking the Court to appoint twelve lawyers with various law firms to serve as Plaintiff leadership in the Angiodynamics litigation.
The proposed lawyers are highly qualified. We expect the Court to approve Plaintiff’s proposed leadership structure.
December 4, 2024 – Georgia Woman Files AngioDynamics Lawsuit
A Georgia woman filed a lawsuit against AngioDynamics in the Southern District of California alleging that design defects to her Excela port catheter caused her sepsis and other life threatening injuries.
We are seeing more of these suits being filed now that the cases have been consolidated into a MDL.
November 5, 2024 – Case Management Conference Delayed
The MDL Court initially scheduled the Case Management Conference for November 7th. Due to scheduling conflicts that conference will be rescheduled at a later date. During the Case Management Conference, the Court discusses scheduling of the litigation, including discovery protocols and outstanding motions. Additoinally, the Court will discuss topics on the management of the litigation, including the selection of Plaintiff leadership.
November 1, 2024 – More than 50 Cases Filed in the MDL
More than 50 Angiodynamics port cases have been filed in the MDL. Now that the MDL has been formed, we expect the number of filed cases to increase.
October 4, 2024- An MDL is Formed for the AngioDynamics Litigation
A federal panel of judges has consolidated the AngioDynamics Port cases under a single judge in a Multi-District Litigation (MDL) class action. A MDL streamlines the litigation process when many similar claims are filed against the same company. The litigation will proceed in the U.S. District Court in the Southern District of California.
February 7, 2024 – Court Partially Dismisses Angiodynamics Lawsuit in Alabama
James Morris, a resident of Alabama, was implanted with AngioDynamics’s SmartPort for use during chemotherapy.
About a year later, Mr. Morris was diagnosed with a bilateral pulmonary embolism and a “left internal jugular and subclavian deep venous thrombosis with indwelling Infuse-A-Port.”
Thereafter, Mr. Morris filed a lawsuit in the Middle District of Alabama alleging, among other things, breach of warranty claims against Angiodynamics.
The Court dismissed the breach of warranty claims because Mr. Morris failed to provide Angiodyncamics with the requisiste “pre-suit notice”.
This case highlights the importance of providing pre-suit warranty notices before filing a lawsuit. Speak with an experienced Angiodynamics lawsuit lawyer to discuss if pre-suit notices are required in your state.
We Represent AngioDynamics Clients Nationwide
As national personal injury lawyers, we have successfully obtained settlements for clients throughout the U.S., including states like Alabama, Arkansas, California, Conneticut, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and counting.
Regardless of your whereabouts, give us a call to discuss your situation. In most cases, AngioDynamic lawsuits are filed in federal court, not in the state court where you reside.
Contact an AngioDynamics Port Lawyer Near Me
At Fob James Law Firm, our job is to help you to the best of our ability and fight for you. If you’ve suffered an injury as a result of an AngioDynamics port catheter device, you should contact our catheter attorneys immediately.
We can determine if you are eligible to file a lawsuit or not. It won’t cost you anything to speak with us. You will never pay us anything until we successfully settle or win your case in court.
Our AngioDynamics port lawsuit lawyers in Birmingham, AL and Atalnta, GA are experienced, dedicated, and they truly care about you. We treat all of our clients exactly how we would want our own family members to be treated.
Contact us right now at 866-837-1010 or set up a free case evaluation so we can help you.