You Could Be Entitled to Compensation For:
Pain and Suffering
Care and Treatment
Loss of Earnings
About this Class Action
AJB Stevens lawyers are acting for a large group of women who have suffered debilitating injuries caused by mesh implants for Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) or Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP).
Some of these products were manufactured by Boston Scientific Corporation.
AJB Stevens have commenced a class action – specifically against the Boston Scientific Corporation – claiming they knew about side effects being caused by its products but failed to warn doctors of the risks.
As early as 2017, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) ordered Boston Scientific to add warnings about possible adverse side effects such as severe chronic pain, groin pain and bladder perforation.
The 3 lead plaintiffs are located in WA, QLD and NSW, so we are representing a large group of affected women all over Australia.
Please email enquiries to – BostonClassAction@ajbstevens.com.au.
Am I Entitled to Join This Class Action?
Have you or a loved one been injured due to an SUI or POP mesh implant?
Have you or a loved one sustained new medical issues due to an SUI or POP mesh implant?
As a result of your injuries have you suffered any loss such as pain and suffering or loss of income?
If you have answered yes to any of these three points, and your mesh implant was a Boston Scientific Corporation product, then you may be entitled to compensation.
At AJB Stevens, our lawyers are the experts and industry leaders in mesh implant negligence claims. Contact us today to see how we can help you.
What Can I Claim?
Loss of Income
Pain and Suffering
Compensation can be awarded for both physical pain and psychological injury, not just for the past but also for the future.
Rehabilitation Costs
Hospital Expenses
Seeking compensation can help you pay for hospital expenses as well as treatment for physiotherapy, psychology and medication.
Emotional Distress
Loss of Life Enjoyment
We understand these injuries can have a significant impact on your enjoyment of life. The claim will incorporate a component of this loss.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Are Mesh Implants For Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) Or Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP)?
There are many mesh implant products produced by several manufacturers, and AJB Stevens have commenced a class action in the Supreme Court of NSW specifically against the distributors of some the Boston Scientific Products.
How Do I Know If A Mesh Implant Was A Boston Scientific Corporation Product?
By accessing your hospital records we will be able to tell you if you have a Boston Scientific Corporation product.
If you are unsure whether your mesh implant is a Boston Scientific Corporation product, please get in touch with us.
What Are Some Common Medical Issues Caused By These Mesh Implants?
These products have left women suffering from various conditions including:
- chronic pain
- nerve pain
- worsening of incontinence or prolapse symptoms
- difficulty voiding and defecating
- difficulty with sexual activity, and constant infections.
What Are Representative Proceedings / Class Action?
This class action claims that the provision of certain mesh products breached Australian Consumer Laws, as well as a duty of care to the affected individuals.
What Are The Benefits Of Representative Proceedings / Class Action?
A class action means that one case can settle many similar claims. This reduces the cost to individuals (who would otherwise have to bring an individual case), and reduces the time it would take to conclude many separate legal cases.
What Are The Requirements Of Representative Proceedings / Class Action?
Several criteria must be satisfied before a class action can commence:
- Seven or more individuals must be making claims against the one individual or company.
- Their claims must arise out of the same or similar circumstances.
- The claims must result in a substantial common issue of law or fact.
Do I Have To Do Anything To Be Covered By Representative Proceedings / Class Action?
If you are unsure whether it covers you, please get in contact with us.
At a certain point in the proceedings, the Court will require that an “opt-out” notice is circulated. This will mean any individual can remove themselves from the claim if they want no part in it.
Should I Still Register With Someone?
If you register your interest in this action with us, we will be able to keep you updated about the progress of the claim. Registering with us does not commit you to anything and you will have the choice to cancel your claim. Click here to register to our class action
What Is The Effect Of “Opting-Out”?
Note, however, that this also means that you will not receive any benefit from the class action (if it is successful).
What Does This Representative Proceeding / Class Action Claim?
This is particularly important considering there were other options available that were equally as effective but considerably safer, and which did not involve these kinds of risks.
Who Does This Claim Cover?
What Can I Claim Compensation For?
Once your AJB Stevens mesh implant compensation expert has assessed your situation they will be able to advise you of possible outcomes.
The compensation that results from this case may cover:
- Loss of income
- Hospital expenses
- Rehabilitation Costs
- Home Assistance
- Pain and Suffering
- Loss of Life Enjoyment
What Is The Process When you Join this Representative Proceeding / Class Action With AJB Stevens?
Our lawyers will assess your situation to ensure that you are eligible to join this class action. If so, we will register your details with our firm and this will ensure you are kept in the loop regarding developments in regards to the class action.
How Much Does It Cost To Take Part In Representative Proceedings / Class Action?
At AJB Stevens, we understand that many Australians may not seek legal help for mesh implant compensation cases as they believe the cost to be too much. This is why we always stand by our No Win No Fee claim. This means that if we don’t win this case, you don’t pay our legal fees.
This policy backs our claim that we believe every Australian deserves the right to legal representation when they need it most, regardless of their financial situation. If the class action is successful, we will provide you with a cost agreement.
Why Choose Us?
At AJB Stevens, we work to help protect your legal rights. Our ability to offer each and every one of our clients professional and personalised service means we work hard to help win your case. Our directors are personally involved in each case so you can rest assured that a senior team member is always prioritising your case.
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