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When Cochlear Implants are a Dangerous Medical Device

Blog Post by Barry G. Doyle

Cochlear implants are used to help children and adults who are deaf receive some hearing restoration. However, some of these implants have been recalled because of malfunctioning and have also been linked to cases of bacterial meningitis in children. A Chicago injury lawyer can advise you on what steps to take if you have been injured while using a cochlear implant. Additionally, a Chicago injury lawyer will help you to gather the necessary evidence to build a claim relating to your losses and injuries.Depending on the unique circumstances of your case, you may be entitled to file an Illinois medical malpractice claim if you suffered injuries because of medical negligence. Or you may be entitled to file a product liability claim for this dangerous medical device if it was defective and resulted in injuries.Whether your cochlear implant was defective and resulted in a need for additional surgeries or your child developed bacterial meningitis from wearing one, you may be entitled to receive compensation for injuries incurred.A Chicago injury lawyer can advise you on what legal options you may have, including what type of claim you may be eligible to file and how you may possibly recover damages related to this dangerous medical device.While cochlear implants can greatly improve the lives of many patients, it is important to understand the risks involved with a potentially dangerous medical device. To learn more about injury claims associated with defective cochlear implants, please visit our article library. When to Hire a Chicago Injury LawyerA Chicago injury lawyer at the Law Offices of Barry G. Doyle, P.C. has dealt with similar cases to yours and knows the best course of action for your claim. To improve your chances at a fair settlement and take the burden out of all the paperwork involved in an Illinois dangerous medical device claim, contact us today for a free case evaluation – 312-263-1080.

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