• About
    • Our Attorneys
    • Verdicts and Settlements
    • Community
      • Sponsorship Request
      • Partnerships
      • Project Backpack
    • Testimonials
    • Scholarships
      • Cancer Scholarship
    • Careers
    • Our Core Values
  • Practice Areas
    • Car Accident
    • Truck Accident
    • Motorcycle Accident
    • Product Liability
    • Mesothelioma
    • Workers Compensation
    • Dog Bite
    • Slip and Fall
    • Wrongful Death
    • Maritime Injury
    • Pedestrian Accident
    • Dangerous Drugs
    • Defective Devices
    • Mass Torts
    • Premises Liability
    • View All Practice Areas
  • Areas we Serve
    • Lafayette
    • Alexandria
    • New Iberia
    • Marksville
    • New Orleans
    • Monroe
    • Arnaudville
    • Baton Rouge
    • Breaux Bridge
    • Broussard
    • Cankton
    • Carencro
    • Cecilia
    • Duson
    • Cade Coteau
    • Grand Coteau
    • Lake Charles
    • Opelousas
    • View All Areas We Serve
  • Resources
    • Blog
    • FAQs
    • Videos
    • For Referring Attorneys
  • Hurricanes
  • Contact Us
Available 24/7 • 365 Days (337) 777-7777 Hablamos Español
(337) 777-7777 Hablamos Español
No Win - No Fee AVAILABLE 24/7

$80M Verdict in Johnson & Johnson Pelvic Mesh Lawsuit

Put 350 Years of Experience in Your Corner GET A FREE CASE EVALUATION
Your Voice is Our Voice
Attorney David Laborde | Attorney Digger Earles
  1. Home
  2. Blog
  3. Defective Devices
  4. $80M Verdict in Johnson & Johnson Pelvic Mesh Lawsuit
On This Page
  1. Pelvic Mesh Complications
  2. Discuss Your Case with Laborde Earles
Contact Us Today

Get The Help
You Need

I NEED HELP NOW

Your personal injury lawyer can help you calculate your recoverable damages, which may include:

  • Medical Bills
  • Income Loss
  • Property Damage
  • Pain & Suffering
  • Emotional Distress
  • Lasting Disfigurement

Posted on: June 7, 2019

$80M Verdict in Johnson & Johnson Pelvic Mesh Lawsuit

On May 17, Ethicon, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson, was ordered to pay $80.025M to plaintiffs who suffered as a result of pelvic mesh products. The Philadelphia jury’s verdict included $50M in punitive damages. This is just one in a string of many lawsuits against Ethicon for their pelvic mesh products. Ethicon lost its first case in February of 2014, and currently, the company faces over 50,000 lawsuits on the state and federal level.

Pelvic mesh, or transvaginal mesh, is often used in surgeries to repair pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Patients have suffered serious complications including infections, inflammation, and revision surgeries as a result of the deterioration of the mesh.

Pelvic Mesh Complications

The use of transvaginal mesh in SUI and POP surgeries was approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 1996 and 2004, respectively. In April of 2016, the FDA ordered manufacturers to halt the distribution of pelvic mesh. Because of the vast amount of injuries, the FDA has re-classified transvaginal mesh into Class III, indicating that it is a high-risk device.

Although pelvic mesh has been reclassified, some surgeries go according to plan and may not need to be addressed. However, it is important to recognize the potential complications of these devices so that you can take action if necessary.

Complications of a transvaginal mesh surgery can include postoperative infection, pain, and scarring. Additionally, faulty devices can cause patients to experience a recurrence of pelvic organ prolapse or stress urinary incontinence. Frequently, the pelvic mesh erodes and shifts, disrupting surrounding organs and tissues. Individuals with these painful symptoms often experience a decreased quality of life.

CTA CTA

Laborde Earles injury was great for me they took care of me very fast and professional. If for any reason I need legal help they will be who I use.

Client
Call Us Today We Are Here For You
(337) 777-7777

Discuss Your Case with Laborde Earles

Companies like Johnson & Johnson should be held accountable for placing defective medical devices on the market. If you have had a transvaginal mesh procedure that led to serious complications, contact Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers to talk about your next steps.

Personal Injury Blog Posts:
Etoile Chelsea Theinkeu Earns the 2023 Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers Cancer Scholarship

Etoile Chelsea Theinkeu Earns the 2023 Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers Cancer Scholarship

Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers' Cancer Scholarship recognizes the dedication and expertise demonstrated by college students pursuing degrees in medical and medical-adjacent fields. This year, the firm...

Further Increases in High-Tide Flooding Projected Over Next 30 Years

Further Increases in High-Tide Flooding Projected Over Next 30 Years

Further increases in high-tide flooding projected over the next 30 years threaten U.S. coastal communities, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). By 2030, rising...

Bodily Injury vs Personal Injury

Bodily Injury vs Personal Injury

Many people often use the terms bodily injury and personal injury interchangeably, but they have different meanings. Bodily injuries involve any type of physical harm or injury that a person suffers....

Why We Are

The Best Choice For You

Over 1,000+ 5-Star Google Reviews Across Our Locations
Over $1 Billion Recovered For Our Clients
An Award-Winning Team in Your Corner
You Get the Full Team on Your Case, Including David & Digger
Communication with You is a Top Priority
We Give Back to Our Communities

No Fee Unless We Win Your Case

Available 24 hours a day • 7 days a week
GET YOUR FREE CASE EVALUATION
Personal Injury FAQ:
What to Expect at a Personal Injury Trial What to Expect at a Personal Injury Trial

Knowing what to expect at a personal injury trial will take some time, and it will depend on the circumstances of your case. If your personal injury case cannot come to a settlement, the next step is

How Can I Prove Emotional Distress? How Can I Prove Emotional Distress?

You can gather documentation to support your claims of pain, suffering, and emotional distress following a personal injury accident. It is also important to ensure you collect all evidence of your

How Much Money Can You Sue for Pain and Suffering? How Much Money Can You Sue for Pain and Suffering?

  The amount of money you can sue for pain and suffering depends on the circumstances of your accident and the extent of your injuries. However, there is no cap on awards for pain and

Contact Us Form
CONTACT US TODAY NO WIN, NO FEE GUARANTEE
Name(Required)
Name(Required)
Untitled
Untitled

Categories
  • Awards
  • Car Accidents
  • Company News
  • Natural Disaster
  • Personal Injury
  • Scholarship

 

Frequently Asked Questions
What Percentage of Truck Accidents Are Caused By Cars On I-10? What Percentage of Truck Accidents Are Caused By Cars On I-10?
What Is a Case Runner? What Is a Case Runner?
What if the At-Fault Driver Doesn’t Respond to the Insurance Company? What if the At-Fault Driver Doesn’t Respond to the Insurance Company?
Find Yourself a Passionate Lawyer Now!
  • Leesville Personal Injury Lawyer
  • Morgan City Personal Injury Lawyer
  • Marrero Personal Injury Lawyer
  • Bunkie Personal Injury Lawyer
  • Gray Personal Injury Lawyer
  • Broussard Personal Injury Lawyer
  • Intracoastal City Personal Injury Lawyer
  • Breaux Bridge Personal Injury Lawyer
  • Thibodaux Personal Injury Lawyer
  • Texas City Personal Injury Lawyer
How can we help you

How We Can Help You

Let our injury attorneys help you maximize the compensation you deserve to turn your life back around.


Contact us today if you want to tell us about your accident. We have someone available to discuss your situation at all times of the day.

Contact Us

(337) 777-7777

FREE Case Evaluation

No Win - No Fee
Name(Required)
Name(Required)
Email Opt In
SMS Opt in

Contact Us

(337) 777-7777

OFFICE LOCATIONS

Lafayette
1901 Kaliste Saloom Rd,
Lafayette, LA 70508

Phone : (337) 777-7777

Alexandria
100 Versailles Blvd, Suite A,
Alexandria, LA 71303

Phone : (318) 777-7777

Marksville
306 North Washington Street, Suite A,
Marksville, LA 71351

Phone : (318) 310-8922

New Iberia
230 W. Main Street,
New Iberia, LA 70560

Phone : (337)-547-2777

Lake Charles
530 E College St,
Lake Charles, LA 70605

Phone : (337) 612-6909

New Orleans
821 Baronne St, Suite D,
New Orleans, LA 70113

Phone : (504) 777-7777

Baton Rouge
660 St Ferdinand St,
Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Phone : (225) 777-7777

Practice Areas

  • Bicycle Accident
  • Car Accident
  • Dangerous Drugs
  • Dog Bite
  • Maritime Injury
  • Mass Torts
  • Motorcycle Accident
  • Pedestrian Accident
  • Premises Liability
  • Product Liability
  • Toxic Torts
  • Truck Accident
  • Slip and Fall
  • Wrongful Death

About Links

  • Our Attorneys
  • Verdicts and Settlements
  • Community
  • Testimonials
  • Scholarships

Leave a Review

  • LAFAYETTE
  • ALEXANDRIA
  • MARKSVILLE
  • NEW ORLEANS
  • NEW IBERIA
  • LAKE CHARLES
  • BATON ROUGE

Copyright © Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers 2025.
All Rights Reserved.

Disclaimer / Privacy Policy / Sitemap

Hennessey-Digital-Badge