Scope Infection Lawsuit Patients across the United States have filed medical scope infection lawsuits after contaminated endoscopes and duodenoscopes allegedly transmitted dangerous bacterial infections during procedures such as ERCP, colonoscopy, and other endoscopic treatments.
Spinal Cord Stimulator Lawsuit Spinal cord stimulator lawsuits allege that implanted pain devices malfunctioned, migrated, or caused nerve damage, often forcing patients to undergo revision or removal surgery.
Depo-Provera Lawsuit Depo-Provera lawsuits are being investigated for women who developed meningioma brain tumors after receiving Depo-Provera birth control shots, claiming that Pfizer failed to adequately disclose side effects.
Suboxone Tooth Decay Lawsuit Lawsuits are being pursued by users of Suboxone who experienced tooth loss, broken teeth or required dental extractions. Settlement benefits may be available.
Ozempic Lawsuit Lawyers are pursuing Ozempic lawsuits, Wegovy lawsuits and Mounjaro lawsuits over gastroparesis or stomach paralysis, which can leave users with long-term gastrointestinal side effects
Hair Relaxer Lawsuit Regular exposure to chemicals in hair relaxer may cause uterine cancer, ovarian cancer and other injuries. Women diagnosed with cancer may be eligible for settlement benefits.
Nitrous Oxide Lawsuit Individuals who suffered harm, or families who lost a loved one after using nitrous oxide products may be eligible for financial compensation through a nitrous oxide lawsuit.
Breast Mesh Lawsuit Lawyers are investigating breast mesh lawsuits for women who suffered infections, pain, or implant failure from internal bra implants used in breast reconstruction surgery.
Bard PowerPort Lawsuit Serious and life-threatening injuries have been linked to problems with Bard PowerPort. Lawsuits are now being pursued by individuals who suffered injuries from the implantable port catheter fracturing or migrating.
Sports Betting Addiction Lawsuit Sports betting addiction lawsuits are being investigated for college students and young adults who developed gambling problems after using apps like FanDuel and DraftKings, alleging that the platforms failed to warn about the addictive nature of their features and marketing practices.
Hepatitis Outbreak Due to Contaminated Colonoscopy Equip. at VA Clinics March 30, 2009 AboutLawsuits Add Your CommentsAs a result of colonoscopy problems at Veteran Affairs (VA) medical centers in Tennessee, Florida and Georgia, at least 10 people have tested positive for Hepatitis after they were exposed to contaminated equipment during their examination.Thousands of veterans have been urged to obtain blood test after it was found that endoscopic equipment used to perform colonoscopy exams at clinics in Murfreesboror, TN, Augusta, GA and Miami, FL may not have been properly sterilized between patients, potentially increasing the risk of infection.The Department of Veteran Affairs confirmed on March 27, 2009, that at least 10 people have tested positive for an infectious liver disease after being treated at one of the clinics. Six of the cases involved Hepatitis C, a potentially fatal viral infection that can cause permanent damage to the liver. The other four cases involved Hepatitis B, a milder form of the disease with symptoms like jaundice.Do You Know about…Spinal Cord Stimulator lawsuitsSpinal cord stimulator lawsuits are being investigated for individuals who suffered unnecessary shocks, burns or other problems, often resulting in the need for additional surgery to remove the SCS.Learn MoreSEE IF YOU QUALIFY FOR COMPENSATIONDo You Know About…Spinal Cord Stimulator lawsuitsSpinal cord stimulator lawsuits are being investigated for individuals who suffered unnecessary shocks, burns or other problems, often resulting in the need for additional surgery to remove the SCS.Learn MoreSEE IF YOU QUALIFY FOR COMPENSATIONIn February 2009, the VA sent letters to about 6,400 patients who had undergone a colonoscopy between April 23, 2003 and December 1, 2008 at Alvin C. York Medical Center in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, near Nashville.The same month, another 1,800 letters were sent to patients treated at an ear, nose and throat clinic at the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia between January 2008 and November 2008.As a result of subsequent reviews of practices at VA medical centers throughout the United States, another letter was sent earlier this month to 3,260 patients who underwent a colonoscopy at the Miami Veterans Affairs Healthcare System between May 2004 and March 12, 2009.All of these letters have recommended that individuals obtain blood tests for hepatitis, HIV and other infectious diseases.The VA colonoscopy problems appear to have been caused by human mistake, leading VA Medical Centers throughout the United States to institute special training sessions. Tags: Florida, Georgia, Hepatitis C, Infection, Tennessee, VA Clinic, VA Hepatitis Outbreak, VA Medical Center, Veteran Affairs Image Credit: |More Lawsuit Stories Lawsuit Alleges Spinal Cord Stimulator Shocks, Burns Caused by Manufacturing Defect June 12, 2026 Xcela Port Lawsuit Claims AngioDynamics Catheter Caused Thrombosis June 12, 2026 Rezurock Lawsuit Claims GVHD Medication Caused Debilitating Skin Condition, Prurigo Nodularis June 12, 2026 8 Comments JAY October 26, 2011 Is it possible for a bed ridden nursing home patient that has been in nursing home for some ten years to go into a hospital and have a gall bladder removed and some two-three weeks later return to same hospital only this time the pains are infection after the orthoscopic surgery, and metastatized prostate cancer that has just now been diagnosed into the old guys bones, by the way this patient has had prostate cancer many years ago and was treated by a reputable cancer institute some 2-3 years prior to him entering this nursing home,he was told at the time his cancer was stable(in remission) is it possible for all these years the nursing home and/or the hospital could have possibly not been doing the right job of testing this guy for so long and now it is too late?? stpeteguy October 25, 2011 If you have been newly diagnosed with liver cancer or are at risk and anticipate being treated by the VA, you should read my blog to prepare yourself for your treatment. Michael October 22, 2011 I am undergoing treatment for liver cancer due to hep c at the Bay Pines VAMC. I have a blog at www.vahepclivercancer.org. If you are a vet with hepc at risk for cirrhosis and liver cancer and wonder what the diagnosis and treatment is like, read it. Mark H February 10, 2010 I contracted Hepatitis B and I believe that it was the result of unsanitary Colonoscopy equipment. I had total liver failure and had to undergo a liver transplant rocky July 6, 2009 i have reason to believe i may have been a victim in the mass contamination that took place here in vegas… i never received a letter because i moved shortly after the exposure… i have been suffering from a multitude of symptoms since the va sent me to one of those centers… the doc at the va did not answer when i asked her if my condition may be related to my endoscopy back then and i can’t seem to find anyone to direct me to a list or some such thing… CHARLIE April 15, 2009 i was also infected with hep c at the va hospital due to neglegence. Positive HIV Test Identified Among Veterans Treated with Tainted Equipment – AboutLawsuits.com April 8, 2009 […] the VA clinic infection problems were identified, safety procedures at all facilities throughout the United States have been […] Sam March 30, 2009 People who are guilty in spreading that disease have to be executed. 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