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What is a product liability claim involving Alloderm?

A product liability or defective product claim for Alloderm is based on the following:

  1. There was a duty of care owed by the Alloderm manufacturer to warn of dangers associated with the product's expected and normal use;

  2. There was a failure in the duty of care owed by the Alloderm manufacturer; and

  3. The failure resulted in an injury related to the use of Alloderm.


What is a medical device claim?

A medical device claim is a type of product liability claim in which a person is injured as the result of implantation of a medical device.  When a doctor implants a device, it is usually assumed that the device will help treat a medical condition or aid in recovery from illness.  Unfortunately, some devices have dangerous side effects, which can be serious or even life-threatening.

Isn’t Alloderm safe since it was approved by the FDA?

During the development of a medical device, testing is conducted to make sure the device does not have dangerous side effects.  Even if certain side effects are found to exist, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may still approve the device as long as the dangerous side effects do not occur too often.

Once a device is released into the marketplace and a large number of people begin to use it, we sometimes discover that the occurrence of dangerous side effects is more prevalent than originally thought during the FDA approval process.  Approval by the FDA does not by itself mean any particular device is safe.

Must I prove that Alloderm caused my injuries?

Yes.  To prevail on a product liability claim, one must also show that the defective product (i.e., Alloderm) was the cause of one's Alloderm injury and the injured person sustained compensatory damages such as medical bills, lost wages, etc.

Help If You Have Been Injured By Alloderm

Many people have suffered injuries due to Alloderm side effects.  At our Alloderm law firm, our product liability attorneys understand that your injuries may be the result of a defective medical device.  If you suspect you have an injury related to Alloderm, please contact us immediately to discuss your case.

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