Fort Myers Philips CPAP Lawsuit Lawyer

Philips Respironics, the widely-trusted medical supply company, put out a notice of a recall for some of its CPAP and BiPAP devices in June of 2021. Their notice alerted customers of a potential health risk associated with the prolonged use of some of their devices used to treat sleep apnea. Many people who used these devices could now be facing serious health problems, such as cancer, asthma, and lung damage. 

If this recall affects the device that you use and you were harmed, you may want to work with a Fort Myers Philips CPAP lawsuit lawyer. Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers offers free, no-obligation initial consultations. We can discuss your case and determine your next steps.

What Is the Danger Associated with Philips CPAP Machines?

According to U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reports, a noise-reducing material called polyester-based polyurethane foam (or PE-PUR foam) can break down inside these devices over time. This may have led to lung injuries for some users and increased their risk of developing various cancers. 

The following devices were recalled: 

• C-Series ASV
• C-Series S/T and AVAPS
• A-Series BiPAP A30
• A-Series BiPAP A40
• A-Series BiPAP V30 Auto
• DreamStation
• DreamStation ASV
• DreamStation Go
• DreamStationST, AVAPS
• Dorma 400
• Dorma 500
• E30
• Garbin Plus, Aeris, LifeVent
• SystemOne ASV4
• SystemOne (Q-Series)
• OnmiLab Advanced+
• REMstar SE Auto
• Trilogy 100
• Trilogy 200

Speak with your doctor to learn more about alternative treatments if you are now using one of these defective devices. 

Am I Eligible for Compensation?

If you’ve been affected by a faulty Philips CPAP machine and have experienced an injury as a result, you may be eligible for compensation. Remember that not all injuries will appear right away, and you may only be starting to notice symptoms now. However, being aware of your rights now will help you feel more prepared later on as you consider your legal options.  

There are a few scenarios that would qualify for legal action against Philips Respironics. If you’ve experienced medical costs, trips to doctor’s offices because of your Philips CPAP machine, or now have a decreased capacity to work and make money, you may qualify to file a personal injury case. 

Recoverable compensation may include:

• Medical bills (for past, present, and future medical expenses)
• Lost wages
• Diminished earning capacity
• Miscellaneous expenses related to the accident
• Pain and suffering 
• Mental anguish

Our team can also help you fight for compensation if you lost a loved one after they used a defective CPAP or BiPAP machine. The case against Philips is widespread and affects many people, so you could join the current multi-district litigation (MDL) action against Philips to seek damages.

How Can Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers Help Me in Fort Myers?

Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers is a Florida-based personal injury law firm. The founders and owners of the firm, Jason and Debi Chalik, started representing clients in 1995. 

Our team can evaluate your situation for free to determine whether or not you have a case before you ever spend a dime. If you decide to move forward and hire our attorneys after your free consultation, you know you’ll have legal counsel who cares about you. Our founding partners will work with you directly.

Our attorneys at Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers will handle every step of your injury case for you. Our team will:

• Gather evidence to establish your damages
• Show a link between your health condition and a defective CPAP machine
• Handle all communications with the other party
• Negotiate for a fair settlement
• Represent your best interests during litigation

Our Fort Myers Philips CPAP lawsuit lawyers can save you time and money by looking into your case to explain your options. We can also explain Florida law and legal jargon in a way you can understand, and we will let you know what steps to take next. Our attorneys at Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers have won multi-million dollar settlements for past clients and are ready to fight for you.

What does It Cost to Hire a Fort Myers Philips CPAP Lawsuit Lawyer?

While hiring an attorney can be expensive, one benefit of working with Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers is that we won’t charge you unless you win your case. You owe nothing up front and you owe nothing if we do not recover compensation. Our attorneys will fight to get you the best settlement and will take on the financial risk of your case for you.

Who Is Liable for my Injuries?

According to the FDA, Philips Respironics may have failed to take necessary measures to avoid harming CPAP users, making them culpable for your injuries. The company also failed to adequately warn users of the risks of the products when they had information about CPAP device defects.

Lawsuits across the country are seeking to hold Philips Respironics accountable for damages related to defective CPAP machines. These lawsuits have been consolidated into MDL No. 3014 in Pennsylvania. You may be able to join the existing MDL. Our team will advise you of your options and create a legal strategy that’s right for you.

You Can Get Started with a Fort Myers Philips CPAP Lawsuit Lawyer

Even if you aren’t sure what you’ve been exposed to or what costs you may have endured due to this particular recall, you can still reach out to our team today. We can tell you if you have a valid case and make sure you have everything you need to know to get started. If you hire our team, we can start working immediately to build evidence in support of your claim. 

If you are in the Fort Myers area and are interested in pursuing a case against Philips due to a defective CPAP machine, our lawyers are ready to help with your lawsuit. The call is free and comes with no obligation. Call us today to learn more (239) 360-3029.