● Little Rock Defibrillator Attorneys

Defibrillators are used to regulate the heartbeat of people who suffer from arrhythmia, a potentially life-threatening irregular heartbeat. Defibrillators are implanted underneath the skin of patients and work by sending an electric pulse to the heart, which helps maintain a regular rhythm. However, defibrillators manufactured by Guidant Corporation and Medtronic have malfunctioned, resulting in injury — sometimes even in death. At the Provost Umphrey Law Firm, our attorneys work with medical professionals, design engineers and product safety experts in exposing defibrillator design and manufacturing defects that injure or kill patients.

If you have suffered medical complications or have lost a family member due to a defective defibrillator, contact defective medical device lawyers at Provost Umphrey today and schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.

Risks Posed by Guidant's Defibrillator

Guidant's Prizm AVT, Vitality AVT, Renewal AVT, Prizm 2 DR and Contak Renewal have suffered from a wiring problem that can result in a short circuit of the device. When a short circuit occurs, the implant's wiring system is overloaded, interfering with the ability of the defibrillator to properly regulate the heart's rhythm. Our attorneys understand the issues involved and are prepared to recover financial damages for people injured or killed due to a malfunctioning Guidant defibrillator.

The Problem with Medtronic's Defibrillator

When the Medtronic defibrillator is implanted in a patient, a lead wire is used to connect it directly to the heart. This lead wire, the Sprint Fidelis®, has malfunctioned hundreds of times and been implicated in the deaths of at least 5 people. Medtronic has recalled all Sprint Fidelis® leads, but at least 268,000 Medtronic defibrillators have been implanted using the leads. Our attorneys understand the issues involved with these defective components and have the knowledge and resources needed to help you recover compensation for your injuries or loss.

Contact Defective Defibrillator Attorneys

Medtronic and Guidant are responsible for the safety and dependability of their defibrillators — especially when people with heart problems depend on them for their very life. There is no room for error. To schedule a free consultation to determine whether you have a case and what we can do to help you, contact defective defibrillator attorneys at the Provost Umphrey Law Firm today.