Exactech Lawsuit
Exactech Lawsuit
The Exactech lawsuit focuses on serious complications caused by recalled knee and hip implants, such as the Exactech Optetrak knee system. Many patients are now facing painful revision surgeries due to premature wear, implant failure, and bone loss. Consumers Injury Help is here to assist those affected—if you've experienced issues after an Exactech implant, you may be eligible for compensation.
- This is an Active Lawsuit
What Is the Exactech Recall Lawsuit?
The Exactech lawsuit stems from a widespread recall involving defective knee, hip, and ankle implants that were prematurely wearing out due to improper packaging. Specifically, Exactech used vacuum-sealed bags that allowed oxygen exposure, degrading the implant material before it was ever used. As a result, many patients have experienced early implant failure, bone loss, severe pain, and required revision surgery—often years earlier than expected.
Devices involved include:
Exactech Optetrak® Knee System
Exactech Hip Replacement Systems
Exactech Ankle Replacements (Vantage®)
Through Consumers Injury Help, affected individuals are now pursuing legal action to hold Exactech accountable for these defective devices.
Why File an Exactech Lawsuit?
1. Severe Health Complications
Patients implanted with Exactech devices have reported:
Chronic joint pain
Instability or reduced mobility
Swelling or inflammation
Loosening or failure of the implant
Need for revision surgery, which is more invasive and complex
These failures are directly tied to oxidation of the implant material before it was even placed in the body.
2. Financial Losses
Surgical procedures, hospitalization, physical therapy, and lost income from time off work add up fast. Filing an Exactech claim can help you recover:
Medical expenses (past and future)
Rehabilitation costs
Lost wages and earning potential
Pain and suffering damages
3. Corporate Accountability
Legal action sends a message to manufacturers like Exactech: patient safety must come first. Lawsuits are also pushing for better testing, labeling, and packaging protocols for all orthopedic implants moving forward.
Who Qualifies for the Exactech Lawsuit?
You may be eligible if:
You received a recalled Exactech knee, hip, or ankle implant
You’ve experienced pain, swelling, implant failure, or required revision surgery
Your implant falls under the Exactech recall notice (check with your surgeon or implant ID card)
These lawsuits also apply to people who haven’t had revision surgery yet but are showing signs of implant wear or bone degradation.
Need help filing a Topamax Claim?
Symptoms of a Failed Exactech Implant
The side effects related to the Topamax lawsuit primarily involve serious birth defects attributed to the drug’s use during pregnancy. Key side effects include:
Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate: These are among the most common birth defects associated with Topamax when taken during the 1st trimester of pregnancy. They result from incomplete development of the lip or roof of the mouth.
Low Birth Weight: Infants exposed to Topamax in utero may be born underweight, a condition linked to numerous developmental issues.
Neural Tube Defects: Such as spina bifida, where the fetal spinal column does not close completely, this defect is a severe condition that significantly impacts the child’s life.
Other Developmental Disorders: Including delays in physical and mental development, potentially linked to the drug’s impact on the developing brain and body.
These side effects form the basis of the Topamax birth defects lawsuits, as they pose significant health risks to infants and require extensive medical treatment. Families affected are encouraged to seek legal advice to understand their rights and options for seeking justice and compensation through the legal system. Legal professionals experienced in pharmaceutical litigation can provide guidance on how to join existing Topamax lawsuits or initiate a personal claim.
Exactech Recall Devices
Exactech has issued recalls for multiple joint replacement products, including:
Optetrak®, Truliant®, and Logic® Knee Systems
Connexion GXL Hip Liners
Vantage® Total Ankle Systems
The root cause of the failure was poor packaging: defective oxygen-permeable bags that degraded polyethylene parts over time, causing accelerated wear inside the body.
How to File an Exactech Lawsuit with Consumers Injury Help
Filing a claim is simple with Consumers Injury Help:
Step 1: Free Case Review
Tell us about your surgery, symptoms, and implant model.
Step 2: Attorney Match
We’ll connect you with an experienced legal team familiar with Exactech’s MDL and orthopedic device claims.
Step 3: Build Your Case
Your legal team will collect medical records, coordinate expert testimony, and handle the litigation process.
You pay nothing unless compensation is recovered.
MDL Lawsuit & Class Action Status
Exactech lawsuits have been consolidated into Multidistrict Litigation (MDL) in the Eastern District of New York. MDLs allow multiple similar claims to be handled efficiently by one judge, preserving resources and ensuring consistency in legal outcomes.
This means you can file an individual claim and still benefit from the power of a large coordinated legal effort.
How Long Will the Lawsuit Take?
Exactech lawsuits could take 1–3 years or longer, depending on:
Medical evidence required
MDL court scheduling
Whether the case settles or goes to trial
The number of plaintiffs and severity of injuries
If a global settlement is reached, payouts may happen sooner. Your legal team will keep you updated throughout.
Exactech Lawsuit Settlement Amounts
While exact payout figures depend on your unique case, past settlements for defective medical implants have ranged from $50,000 to $300,000+, based on:
Whether revision surgery was performed
Extent of bone loss or implant damage
Ongoing medical needs
Lost wages and quality-of-life impact
Early settlement estimates suggest many Exactech plaintiffs may fall within this range, though some with serious complications could receive more.
Why Work with Consumers Injury Help?
Choosing Consumers Injury Help ensures:
Access to top legal teams specializing in medical device lawsuits
Free case evaluations and no fees unless you win
Support with medical documentation, expert review, and filing deadlines
Personalized guidance throughout your claim
We take the complexity out of the legal process so you can focus on healing and recovery.
Ready to File Your Exactech Claim?
If you or a loved one received a recalled Exactech implant and suffered complications, don’t wait. Statutes of limitations vary by state, and time may be running out to file.
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