Building a successful Bard PowerPort lawsuit requires more than just knowing something went wrong. These cases require comprehensive documentation that connects the device to your injuries and demonstrates the manufacturer’s responsibility. From medical records and device identification numbers to expert testimony about design defects, each piece of evidence serves as a building block in proving your case.
Medical Records Documenting Device Usage and Complications
To qualify for a Bard PowerPort lawsuit, you need documentation that proves that you used the device. Your medical records will show when the device was implanted, the condition it was intended to treat, which specific model was used, and possibly even the serial number.
Beyond these initial records, you will also want to gather documents from all subsequent medical visits where complications arose: emergency room reports, diagnostic imaging results, surgical notes from removal procedures, and pathology reports, for example. These records establish a clear timeline connecting the device to your health problems.
Documentation of Additional Medical Expenses and Treatment Costs
Financial records tell the story of what this defective device has cost you. Keep detailed records of every medical bill related to your Bard PowerPort complications, from initial diagnostic tests to corrective surgeries and ongoing treatment. This includes hospital stays, prescription medications, physical therapy sessions, and follow-up appointments.
Don’t overlook smaller expenses like transportation costs to medical facilities or medical equipment you need at home during recovery. You can recover compensation for all expenses related to your complications, and these seemingly minor costs can add up quickly.
Expert Testimony on Device Design and Manufacturing Defects
Product liability cases hinge on proving that something about the device itself was inherently dangerous or defective. This is where expert witnesses become invaluable. These professionals review your case details and provide testimony to establish that your injuries were not simply unfortunate outcomes but rather foreseeable consequences of a flawed product.
Medical experts can testify about how the Bard PowerPort’s design or materials contributed to your specific injuries. Engineering experts may explain manufacturing defects or how the device failed to meet industry safety standards. Their testimony bridges the gap between your experience and the manufacturer’s liability.
Proof of Lost Wages and Diminished Earning Capacity
Bard PowerPort complications often force you away from work, impacting your financial stability. You deserve full compensation for the injury’s impact on your earnings, but you need evidence establishing these losses.
Collect pay stubs, tax returns, and employer statements that document your income before and after your complications began. If you missed work for medical appointments, hospital stays, or recovery, gather records from your employer confirming these absences and any lost wages. If your complications have permanently affected their ability to work, vocational experts may assess how your earning capacity has been diminished over the long term.
Discuss Your PowerPort Claim with Estey & Bomberger, LLP
Building a strong Bard PowerPort lawsuit requires thorough documentation and a strong legal strategy that puts your health complications in the proper context. The right attorney can help you uncover additional evidence and build a compelling case in your favor. At Estey & Bomberger, LLP, we will leverage all of our firm’s investigatory resources and expert witness connections to prove your right to compensation. Contact us at (800) 260-7197 to connect with an attorney who will handle the legal heavy lifting so you can focus on healing.