Sixth Case Management Conference Highlights The MDL judge presided over the sixth Case Management Conference, marking significant progress in ongoing legal proceedings. Key decisions and updates were discussed, shaping the course of future proceedings. Key Points: In summary, the sixth Case Management Conference reflects significant progress and deliberations aimed at advancing the MDL proceedings efficiently….
Dispute Arises Over Former Bard CEO’s Role as Document Custodian in Legal Battle A dispute has emerged over whether Tim Ring, the former Bard CEO from 2003 to 2017, should be designated as a document custodian whose records are subject to discovery in an ongoing legal case. Plaintiffs argue that Ring’s position and tenure make…
Texas Woman Files Lawsuit Over Defective Bard Port MRI Implantable Port In a recent lawsuit, a Texas woman alleges that her Bard Port MRI Implantable Port, implanted in 2018, has led to her experiencing atrial fibrillation, a less common issue compared to other reported complications such as infection, thrombosis, and catheter fracture.
Comprehensive Biomaterial Preservation Order Issued in Ongoing Litigation On April 5, 2024, a significant order, CMO #20, was issued regarding the preservation of biomaterial evidence in the ongoing litigation. This order outlines a detailed protocol for the handling, storing, and preservation of biomaterials involved in the case, ensuring equal access and analysis opportunities for all…
Slow Growth in Bard PowerPort MDL The Bard PowerPort MDL, unlike other mass tort cases involving defective products, has a limited number of potential plaintiffs due to the relatively small number of patients requiring surgically implanted ports. Despite this, the litigation has seen an increase, with 10 new cases joining the MDL in the past…
Milestone in Bard PowerPort MDL Judge David Campbell approved a crucial document known as the Plaintiff Fact Sheet (PFS) in the Bard PowerPort MDL (Multi-District Litigation). This comprehensive sheet serves as a guide for plaintiffs, outlining their background and prompting detailed responses regarding medical history and the use of Bard PowerPort devices. The PFS facilitates…
Judge Campbell Orders Bellwether Trial Selection in Bard Port Catheter Lawsuit In a significant development, Judge Campbell’s latest order reinforces early indications that the Bard Port Catheter lawsuit is moving swiftly towards bellwether trials. Despite arguments from C.R. Bard and Becton Dickinson about the number of lawsuits filed, with only 113 cases alleging defects in…
On March 4, 2024, it was revealed that two plaintiffs involved in the Bard Power Port MDL have passed away, prompting the filing of Suggestions of Death with the court. This process involves changing the official plaintiff to the deceased person’s representative and may include additional legal actions for wrongful death and survival claims. Expanding…
As of February 2024, there are 99 active lawsuits pending in Arizona multidistrict litigation (MDL) 3081, presided over by Judge David G. Campbell. Law firms are currently accepting Bard PowerPort cases, with expectations of a significant increase in filings. It’s crucial to note the statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit regarding the implanted port…
A cancer patient from Maryland, Johanna Randow, has initiated legal action against Bard Access Systems, the maker of Bard Infuse-A-Port, alleging that the device malfunctioned and led to a pulmonary embolism by fracturing and sending fragments into her heart. Bard Infuse-A-Port is designed as an implantable catheter system to facilitate vein access for administering medications,…