If you, or someone you care about, has been negatively affected by the recent recall of Philips CPAP, BiPAP, or mechanical ventilators, you’ve landed in the right place. This space is designed for you – to empower you with knowledge, provide you with resources, and guide you to legal professionals experienced in handling such cases. You have the right to seek justice, to hold corporations accountable, and to help safeguard others from experiencing similar harm. You are not alone in this journey – together, we can make a difference. Your path towards justice starts here.

Here is how Public Justice Advocates can guide you through filing your lawsuit:

1. Documentation: Gather all your relevant documents including medical records, receipts, and any other documents related to your case.
2. Consultation: Public Justice Advocates can connect you with experienced CPAP lawsuit lawyers for a free consultation. Here, the lawyer assesses your case and advises on the best course of action.
3. Eligibility: Determine if you qualify for a lawsuit based on your consultation. Your lawyer will guide you through this process.
4. Filing a complaint: If you qualify, your lawyer will help you file a complaint in court.
5. Discovery process: Participate in the discovery process where both sides investigate the claims and defenses raised.
6. Negotiation or trial: The final step is either negotiating a settlement or proceeding to trial.

Remember, you are not alone in this journey. Public Justice Advocates is here to help you take the first step towards justice today. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against corporate negligence.

The recent recall notice issued by Philips Respironics impacts a broad range of their respiratory and sleep aid devices, encompassing:

• Bi-level Positive Airway Pressure Devices (also known as BiPAP or Bi-level PAP)
• Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Machines (commonly referred to as CPAP Machines)
• Mechanical Ventilation Devices

A significant quantity, roughly between 3 to 4 million devices, have been recalled by Philips. Notably, the lion’s share of the recalled units, accounting for about 80%, are CPAP machines. The machines most affected belong to the inaugural generation of the DreamStation range.

• SystemOne Q series
• DreamStation CPAP, Auto CPAP, BiPAP
• DreamStation Go CPAP, APAP
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• Dorma 400, 500 CPAP
• REMStar SE Auto CPAP

The voluntary recall of Philips CPAP, BiPAP, and mechanical ventilator devices, unfortunately, coincides with a rise in reported health issues tied to the use of these machines. These health complications range from various types of cancer to severe organ damage, causing substantial distress to affected users.

Legal professionals are accepting Philips CPAP lawsuit claims from individuals who have suffered an array of injuries subsequent to using the recalled devices. The breadth and depth of these health problems testify to the potential harm these recalled devices may cause, necessitating legal action.

Filing a lawsuit not only offers an opportunity for compensation for the injuries suffered, but it also ensures that large corporations like Philips are held accountable for their actions. Remember, corporate negligence towards consumer safety is not acceptable. With the right legal assistance, you can seek justice and possibly prevent others from facing similar injuries in the future. The fight against corporate negligence starts with you, and Public Justice Advocates is here to stand with you in that battle.

Degraded foam from devices included in the Philips CPAP recall may release many toxic chemicals, leading to a variety of exposure symptoms. CPAP foam exposure symptoms include:

The most recent updates in the Philips CPAP lawsuits indicate that there have been no settlements or jury verdicts so far. Bellwether trials might commence as early as 2024, according to the plaintiffs’ suggested timeline. However, the defendants are advocating for a schedule that would delay the first bellwether trial until 2025 or 2026.

April 2023: Judge Conti postponed an in-person Status Conference to May 25, 2023.

March 2023: Judge Joy Flowers Conti partially approved Philips’ Motion to Dismiss, dismissing a claim by plaintiff Cynthia Morris without prejudice.

February 2023: 420 cases are pending in the MDL, an increase of 62 from the previous month. Some attorneys predict this number will exceed 1,000 by the end of 2023.

February 2023: The FDA updated its medical device reports database with new injury reports linked to recalled Philips CPAP devices. The FDA stated, “Since April 2021, we have received over 98,000 MDRs, including 346 reports of death, reportedly associated with the PE-PUR foam breakdown or suspected foam breakdown.”

January 2023: During the monthly status conference, plaintiffs proposed a schedule that would initiate bellwether trials in 2024. Defendants submitted an alternative plan, pushing trials back to 2025 or possibly 2026.

The Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation (JPML) initially consolidated over 110 federal CPAP lawsuits against Philips in October 2021 under Senior U.S. District Judge Joy Flowers Conti in Pittsburgh. As of March 2023, Philips faces 436 federal lawsuits in Pennsylvania, in addition to several class-action lawsuits for financial damages.

Estimated CPAP Lawsuit Settlement Amounts Attorneys estimate that potential CPAP lawsuit settlement amounts for cancer-related injuries may range from $100,000 to $500,000. Individual settlement amounts may vary based on the severity of the plaintiff’s injuries.

Jury verdicts at trial are generally higher than settlement amounts, but not all cases proceed to trial. Depending on your situation, accepting a settlement might be more advantageous. Trials can take years, and a jury verdict is not guaranteed. Be sure to discuss all your options with your CPAP lawsuit attorney.

The Philips CPAP recall in June 2021 affected millions of CPAP, BiPAP, and ventilator devices. The company said degraded PE-PUR foam may release black particles and toxic gasses that users may inhale or swallow. The recall and health risks have led people with sleep apnea to find Philips CPAP alternatives.

In September 2021, Philips announced its plans to repair or replace the recalled devices, but the process might take up to a year. The FDA’s CPAP recall update in November 2021 discovered that the new foam used in the replacement machines could also pose a safety risk. The FDA’s inspection report also revealed that Philips knew as far back as 2015 that PE-PUR foam in its breathing machines could degrade.

In September 2022, Philips warned the public that magnets on its CPAP masks could interfere with metallic implants such as pacemakers, neurostimulators, and stents, causing serious injuries or death. Philips did not refer to it as a recall, but instead updated the product’s label to add warnings. The FDA classified it as a Class I recall in October 2022.

Philips also issued an additional recall for contaminated plastic parts in 1,660 BiPAP machines in September 2022. The parts could emit toxic chemicals or stop the machine from working.

Unsealed court documents in June 2022 revealed that Philips knew about the problem for at least three years before the recall. An engineer said he received complaints about “disintegrating polyurethane” that made its way into the machine’s airways.