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.
Liposuction Malpractice Lawsuit Verdict of $20M Upheld on Appeal December 3, 2010 Staff Writers Add Your CommentsA $20 million verdict in a wrongful death lawsuit filed over medical malpractice during liposuction surgery has been upheld by a Pennsylvania appeals court. A Pennsylvania Superior Court panel of judges ruled last month that the decision by a Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas was sound, despite challenges on a number of issues by King of Prussia, Pennsylvania plastic surgeon Richard P. Glunk.Glunk and a nurse, Edward J. DeStefano, were hit with a $20 million jury award in a liposuction medical malpractice lawsuit filed by the family of Amy Fledderman, an 18-year-old college student who died as a result of complications from an operation he performed in 2001. The verdict included an award of $15 million in punitive damages.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 COMPENSATIONThe appeals court affirmed a $2 million emotional distress award for Fledderman’s mother, who had to stand by for more than two hours while Glunk allegedly refused to send her daughter to the hospital. The appeals court also determined that it was permissible to use of evidence that showed Glunk’s clinic was not properly licensed at the time. It also rejected the defendants’ argument that the $15 million punitive damages were excessive. Tags: Liposuction, Medical Malpractice, Pennsylvania, Plastic Surgery, Wrongful Death Image Credit: |More Lawsuit Stories Colonoscopy Infection Lawsuit Filed Over Contaminated Olympus Scope July 14, 2026 SmartPort Catheter Lawsuit Claims Defective AngioDynamics Port-a-Cath Caused Infection July 14, 2026 Instant Pot Safety Lawsuit Claims Defective Pressure Cooker Caused Burn Injuries July 14, 2026 3 Comments prinsessa March 5, 2012 I have been doing research for a paper I need to write on cosmetic surgery. This doctor’s name keeps coming up.. In my opinion, he should try another profession because he is a bad doctor and doesn’t seem to be good at what he does. pat December 17, 2010 IN an OR surgicenter or in a Hospital there are many safety measures to be undertaken in health care and Surgery. If the facility is not properly licenced, they were not followed. There is no price too high for a lost life. We as consumers of health care need to more careful of selection of our providers than any other selection we make. People think cosmetic surgery is not really surgery. If her mother thought she needed a hospital 911 was definitely an option.. Etotoue December 15, 2010 I think it is not just to punish health personnel in that sort.However, it is not also permitted to do malpractice,but we are all human beings. 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