Users of CPAP, BiPAP, and other mechanical ventilators may trust that these devices are helping them breathe safely throughout the night. However, defects in certain Philips Respironics ventilators have left thousands of users exposed to toxic chemicals – and as a result, many are now facing respiratory problems, cancer, and other conditions.
If you used a device named in the Philips Respironics recall and you’re now experiencing health complications, the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC can help you file a lawsuit. A Leesburg CPAP lawsuit lawyer can help you navigate the legal process, explain your options, and help you seek the compensation you need to get treatment. Additionally, we don’t require any upfront fees to get started on your case.
What You Should Know About the Philips CPAP Recall and Lawsuits
Philips Respironics issued a recall for more than a dozen CPAP, BiPAP, and other ventilators in 2021, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA). Many people use these devices to treat sleep apnea.
If you currently use a defective model, you should talk to your doctor about alternatives for treatment or a replacement device. Read on to learn more about the recall and your legal options.
Product Defects in Philips Respironics Devices
In the recall, Philips warned users that certain models in the Philips Respironics line were known to have problems with a sound abatement foam built into these devices. This foam, made of polyester-based polyurethane (PE-PUR), was known to:
- Degrade over time. The foam can break down and release foam debris into the product’s air pathway—potentially causing the user to inhale these foam particles.
- Off-gas toxic chemicals. PE-PUR foam can off-gas toxins such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
Exposure to both toxins could lead to several types of adverse health effects.
Symptoms That Could Result from Using Philips’ Breathing Devices
People who are exposed to PE-PUR foam particles and VOCs through Philips devices may face a range of health problems, including:
- Respiratory damage
- Respiratory failure
- Lung cancer, nasal cancer, and many other types of cancer
- Asthma
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Chest pain
- Inflammation
- Irritation to the nose, eyes, skin, and respiratory system
- Allergic reactions
- Nausea and vomiting
You could be facing other symptoms beyond those above. If you’re unsure if your symptoms are linked to a defective CPAP, BiPAP, or other ventilator, you can speak to our team. We can tell you more about how we investigate injury cases and how we demonstrate that Philips was liable for your harm.
Which Devices Were Affected by the Recall?
Not all Philips Respironics devices were part of the company’s 2021 recall. However, affected devices include:
- DreamStation
- DreamStation ASV
- DreamStation Go
- DreamStation ST, AVAPS
- C-Series S/T and AVAPS
- C-Series ASV (ventilator)
- A-Series BiPAP A40 (ventilator)
- A-Series BiPAP Hybrid A30
- A-Series BiPAP V30 Auto (ventilator)
- A-Series BiPAP A30
- Dorma 500
- Dorma 400
- E30
- Trilogy 100 (ventilator)
- Trilogy 200 (ventilator)
- SystemOne ASV4
- SystemOne (Q-Series)
- REMstar SE Auto
- OmniLab Advanced+
- Garbin Plus, Aeris, LifeVent (ventilator)
To be eligible to file a lawsuit and seek compensation, we will need to show that you were injured by one of the above devices. We can tell you more about whether you are eligible to file suit and determine if your device was part of the recall.
If You were Harmed By a CPAP or BiPAP Device, You Could File Suit Against Philips
If you’re dealing with health problems after using a CPAP, BiPAP, or another mechanical ventilator from Philips, you could seek compensation.
We can tell you more about your options for filing a lawsuit. At this time, you could be eligible to join the multi-district litigation (MDL) case against Philips, which was consolidated in Pennsylvania in October of 2021 as MDL No. 3014. Once the initial trials against Philips begin, our lawyers can tell you more about how much your case could be worth.
What a CPAP Lawsuit Could Mean for Injury Victims in Leesburg
After Philips Respironics issued a recall for more than a dozen CPAP, BiPAP, and other ventilators, victims who were harmed by these products began filing lawsuits for damages.
Some types of compensation you could receive through a lawsuit include:
Medical Costs to Treat Your Health Condition
Some injury victims in Philips Respironics injury cases will face serious health problems, such as cancer. Even if you had more moderate reactions to the device, such as respiratory challenges or asthma, these conditions could be painful and costly to treat.
Our legal team wants to seek compensation to help you pay for these expenses. We’ll work to recover your bills for emergency care, doctor’s appointments, chemotherapy, radiation treatment, diagnostic tests, and any other medical care you need.
We also believe you should get compensation for the costs of your future care. We will work to understand how much you could spend on medical expenses in the future. Then we can fight for this amount to be included in a settlement.
Other Financial and Non-Financial Losses Related to Your Health Needs
Taking care of your health can come along with many other challenges. We will work to seek compensation for all other damages available in your case, such as:
- “Pain and suffering” and inconvenience
- Mental anguish
- Reduced ability to enjoy life
- Lost wages
- Reduced earning capacity
Compensation for Surviving Family Members Who Lost a Loved One
If you lost a loved one to their fight against cancer or another health condition related to a Philips device, our compassionate team can be there for you and your family.
Our lawyers will help you file a wrongful death lawsuit. We will seek the justice and compensation you deserve for your suffering and financial challenges.
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Why Work with the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC?
At the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC, we will focus on the legal details of your case so you can focus on your recovery. When you choose our team, you can expect to:
Get Support Throughout the Process
The legal process can be overwhelming. We understand this, and we set up our relationship with clients to ensure you feel supported.
First, we’ll learn more about your story during a free case review. Then, we’ll ensure that you get the answers you need as your case progresses.
At the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC, you aren’t just a number. Our founder, Attorney Jim Parrish, takes the time to hear about your unique situation and what you’re experiencing.
Have a Lawyer Build the Strongest Evidence for Your Case
Our team knows how to build a strong case that demonstrates you deserve compensation. To do so, we will:
- Gather documents showing the extent of your health condition
- Speak with your doctors
- Get expert testimony verifying the link between the defective device and your health problems
- Gather other evidence of your losses, such as missed paychecks
In a case involving a defective medical device, we will need to build an especially strong case that shows how the device directly led to your injury. We are familiar with these kinds of cases, however. We are ready to show Philips Respironics how you were harmed.
Hand Off the Stress of the Settlement Process
The negotiation process can be complex in any injury case, let alone when the defendant is a major corporation. Our team knows that the defendant will be well prepared and may make several attempts to challenge the merits of your case.
We will also come prepared to these conversations. We will work to negotiate a settlement that addresses all your losses.
If You’re Considering a CPAP Lawsuit, Take These Steps to Protect Your Case
Once you hire a lawyer from our team, we’ll go to work immediately to protect your rights. Before you make any hiring decisions, however, you can take several important steps to protect your case, including:
Get Medical Care and Listen to Your Doctor
One of the most important things you can do for your case is to get all the medical care your doctor recommends. Getting treatment is also crucial for your health.
Documenting your medical condition is important because:
- You’ll be better able to link the defective device to your health problem.
- You’ll document the severity of your health condition and its progression.
- You’ll be able to show that you did all you could for your own health.
One way that the defendant may try to challenge your case is by claiming that your condition predated your use of the device or that you made your own health condition worse by neglecting your care.
However, by getting all the treatment you need, you can push back against both claims.
Avoid Discussing Your Case on Social Media
As much as you may want to discuss the details of your case with friends and family online, it can ultimately be harmful to your injury case. The defendant’s representatives may find ways to take your words out of context and use them against you.
Let Our Team Review Your Case for Free
There is no risk or obligation involved when you call us for a free case review. During this call, we can explain more about:
- The status of the CPAP lawsuits and how you could file suit
- If you could have a case for compensation
- What types of compensation you could see
- How the lawsuit process works
- How our contingency feeswork
There is no financial risk involved with moving forward with a lawsuit, either. Remember, if you decide to hire our team, you won’t pay anything unless and until we win your case.
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Call the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC to Get Started with a Loudoun County CPAP Lawsuit
Our attorneys serving Leesburg are ready to get started on your case. Call us today to learn more about your next steps and how we can help you seek justice against Philips Respironics.
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