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Understand the Bair Hugger lawsuit: how warming blankets cause infections, current MDL status, and if you qualify for compensation.
A patient who underwent hip replacement surgery and contracted a severe infection attributed to the Bair Hugger system received a $5 million settlement. The plaintiff alleged that the device circulated contaminated air, causing the infection that led to multiple surgeries and prolonged hospitalization. The settlement covered medical expenses, pain and suffering, and loss of quality [...]
A knee surgery patient filed an individual lawsuit after developing a life-threatening infection. The court awarded a $3.2 million verdict, ruling that the Bair Hugger device was responsible for contaminating the sterile environment during surgery. The verdict included compensation for the patient's medical costs, rehabilitation, and emotional distress.
In a class action lawsuit, multiple patients who suffered infections after surgeries involving the Bair Hugger system reached a collective settlement worth $2.5 million. Each plaintiff received compensation for medical expenses, additional surgeries, and ongoing treatments. This case highlighted the widespread impact of the device and the manufacturer’s failure to address its design flaws.
A plaintiff who contracted a surgical site infection following a hip replacement surgery involving the Bair Hugger device was awarded a $1.8 million settlement. The patient experienced multiple surgeries to treat the infection and long-term health complications. The settlement included reimbursement for medical expenses, lost wages, and compensation for pain and suffering caused by the [...]
