New Jersey Injury Law Firm Shares What You Need to Know About the Philips CPAP Lawsuit Claims
June 2021 CPAP Recall Impacted Millions of Devices
The June 2021 Philips CPAP recall impacted millions of CPAP, BiPAP, and ventilator devices.
Philips announced that they would repair or replace these devices, however, it may take a year or longer to resolve the issues.
Furthermore, on November 12, 2021, it was discovered that the new foam that was being placed in the replacement devices potentially posed a safety risk as well. The FDA inspection also indicated that Philips may have been aware that the PE-PUR foam in their breathing machines could possibly degrade.
The Issue with the Philips CPAP Devices That Resulted in a Recall and Lawsuit Claims
There was a massive recall for the Philips CPAP device because the device contained a soundproofing foam that was degrading prematurely and emitting toxic chemicals that were being inhaled by people while they were sleeping.
In addition, particles were degrading that were getting into people’s airways and lungs and disseminating through the body which can lead to serious medical issues, including but not limited to cancer and respiratory issues.
How Much is a CPAP Lawsuit Potentially Worth?
Some commentators have speculated that CPAP lawsuit settlements may range from $100,000 and $500,000 and that CPAP cancer lawsuits may have an average settlement between $100,000 and $500,000. They have also noted that the trial value could be significantly higher if liability can be established. The fact is one can never predict what a case is worth and settlement values become more evident deeper into a lawsuit. You can never predict what a judge or jury will do and they are many factors that go into it. There is never any guarantee of a recovery.
What is the Statute of Limitations to File Your Philips CPAP Recall Claim?
Philips CPAP lawsuits must be filed before the statute of limitations before the claim expires. The statute of limitations deadline can vary from state to state and may be from one to six years, depending on your jurisdiction and facts.
In some jurisdictions, the start date of the statute of limitations for a CPAP or BiPAP may start on June 14, 2021, which is when Philips announced the CPAP recall.The statute of limitations varies by state, it is best to consult an experienced New Jersey injury attorney who can perform a statute of limitations analysis based on in the applicable jurisdictions. Contact Clark Law Firm today to discuss your potential case at (877) 841-8855.
New Jersey Injury Law Firm Clark Law is Accepting Philips CPAP Recall Claims from People Who Suffered Injuries from Any Machines and Devices on the Philips CPAP Recall List
Possible Injuries Caused Suffered by the Users of Philips CPAP Devices
Cancer
If you were diagnosed with any of these types of cancers and have used the Philips CPAP equipment from the recall list, contact Clark Law to see if you can file a claim at (877) 841-8855.
• Breast Cancer
• Bladder Cancer
• Brain Cancer
• Liver Cancer
• Stomach Cancer
• Testicular Cancer
• Thyroid Cancer
• Prostate Cancer
• And Many More Types of Cancer
The FDA reported over 69,000 medical device reports that included 168 people who died because of degrading PE-PUR foam in the Philips CPAP machines.
People that were impacted suffered injuries including cancer, asthma, headaches, infections, pneumonia, dizziness, coughing, difficulty breathing, and chest pain.
CPAP Foam Side Effects to Be Aware Of
Those suffering from CPAP foam exposure may suffer from various side effects including inflammation and inflammatory responses, airway irritation, organ damage, pressure in the chest, infections, and headaches. Additional symptoms include skin irritation, eye, and respiratory tract irritation as well as upper airway irritation. These are just some of the most common CPAP foam symptoms, but there can be many other symptoms.
See if You Qualify to File Your Philips CPAP Lawsuit Claim with New Jersey Personal Injury Firm Clark Law
If you are a loved one may have been impacted with side effects or illness from the specific Phillips CPAP devices and equipment, fill out this form or call Clark Law today to discuss your potential case at (877) 841-8855.
