The Exactech recall lawsuit has generated significant attention. Recent updates shed light on the ongoing legal proceedings and their implications for those affected.
On August 2, 2023, the parties involved in the Exactech class action MDL in federal court presented a proposed bellwether trial plan. This unique plan aims to synchronize both state and federal MDLs by focusing on cases related to Exactech knee implants for the federal MDL bellwether trials. Simultaneously, the Florida MDL would conduct bellwether trials concerning hip implants, demonstrating a strategic approach to addressing diverse claims.
On July 18, 2023, the number of new case filings in July experienced a slowdown as only four new cases were added to the MDL. This decrease is likely due to seasonal factors, potentially influenced by summer vacations taken by plaintiffs’ lawyers. However, it is anticipated that new filings will surge once the lawyers return and resume their activities.
A significant development occurred on July 10, 2023, in the Exactech lawsuits. The judge overseeing the cases within the MDL dismissed a class action lawsuit that represented third-party payers. However, MSP Recovery Claims, the plaintiff, was granted permission to file a motion within 30 days to amend their complaint. This signifies an ongoing legal effort to address the claims on behalf of third-party payers.
On July 1, 2023, Magistrate Judge Marcia M. Henry oversaw a hearing that demonstrated ongoing attention to the case, yet no significant developments were reported. This indicates a continued advancement during the summer months.
On June 16, 2023, a significant development occurred in the ongoing legal proceedings for Exactech implants. Within the past month, an additional 12 lawsuits were transferred to the Exactech class action MDL. This adds to the already substantial number of cases, which now stands at 136 in the MDL and an extra 90 in the consolidated state court proceedings in Florida.
According to a thorough examination of pending cases as of June 2, 2023, it is evident that claims related to knee implants overwhelmingly dominate the Exactech class action lawsuit, accounting for 84% of total cases. Specifically, there are 481 cases directly associated with knee implants. Additionally, the repercussions of these recalls extend to hip and ankle incidents, resulting in respective lawsuits numbering 82 and seven. Furthermore, it is important to note that other states are currently grappling with 23 lawsuits concerning Exactech recalls, highlighting the widespread nature of this issue.