Hernia Mesh Defect Lawsuits

In litigation Large payouts ($5k-$50k) mass_tort · medical_device

Hernia mesh defect lawsuits - multiple MDLs across manufacturers

Eligibility hint

Had a hernia repair surgery using polypropylene mesh and later experienced complications requiring revision

Estimated payout range

$5,000 – $250,000

Current score

0.78 / 1.00

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Multiple manufacturers face MDLs over polypropylene hernia mesh products alleged to cause organ damage, infection, adhesion, and the need for revision surgery. C.R. Bard reached a $184M settlement in 2024 covering its Ventralight and other products. Ethicon, Atrium, and Covidien MDLs remain active. Eligibility depends on manufacturer and surgery date.

Recent signals

Judge Sets Next Covidien Hernia Mesh Lawsuit for Trial in January 2027 - AboutLawsuits.com google_news · 2026-09-12
Lawyers set high bar with $88M verdict in hernia mesh MDL - Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly google_news · 2026-09-12
MAUDE: Hernia Mesh — Patient-Device Incompatibility fda_maude · 2026-09-10
MAUDE: HERNIA MESH — Material Puncture/Hole fda_maude · 2026-09-10
MAUDE: LiquiBand FIX8® Open Hernia Mesh Fixation Device — Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem fda_maude · 2026-09-10
MAUDE: LiquiBand FIX8 Open Hernia Mesh Fixation Device — Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem fda_maude · 2026-09-10
After years of complications, some hernia mesh patients say payouts fall short - KIRO 7 News Seattle google_news · 2026-09-10
ONCA dismissed hernia mesh lawsuit, sets limitation clock - canadianlawyermag.com google_news · 2026-09-06
After years of complications, some hernia mesh patients say payouts fall short - KIRO 7 News Seattle google_news · 2026-09-03
First Bellwether Trial Begins in the Covidien Hernia Mesh MDL - Levin Papantonio google_news · 2026-09-03

Brands: bardethiconatriumcovidienmedtronic
Products: hernia meshventralightphysiomeshatrium c-qurmarlex

Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for the Hernia Mesh Defect Lawsuits case?

You may qualify if the following applies to you: Had a hernia repair surgery using polypropylene mesh and later experienced complications requiring revision. Eligibility criteria can change as the case develops.

How much could a Hernia Mesh Defect Lawsuits claim be worth?

Estimated payouts range from $5,000 to $250,000 depending on individual circumstances. These are estimates based on comparable outcomes, not guarantees.

What is the current status of the Hernia Mesh Defect Lawsuits case?

In litigation. Multiple manufacturers face MDLs over polypropylene hernia mesh products alleged to cause organ damage, infection, adhesion, and the need for revision surgery. C.R. Bard reached a $184M settlement in 2024 covering its Ventralight and other products. Ethicon, Atrium, and Covidien MDLs remain active. Eligibility depends on manufacturer and surgery date.

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