McDuffey Law Firm LLC: May 2015

Friday, May 29, 2015

Defective Hip Replacements & Medical Devices

When people are injured, they are often in their most vulnerable states physically, mentally, and emotionally. Dealing with even a minor physical injury puts serious strain on both the injured individual and their family members. When they reach out for medical assistance and are given items and/or procedures that are supposed to help them, they put an enormous amount of faith in these prescribed methods. Their physical well-being (and, in turn, their mental well-being) often rests almost entirely on the materials/procedures their doctors have given them.

Defective Medical Devices at the Lake of the Ozarks

When a patient is given a medical device, she will often rely on that device to improve her quality of life and potentially even to keep her alive. With so much stock placed on these medical devices, it can be devastating when they fail to help the patients as promised - and even worse when they not only fail to help, but actually make the issue worse. At our personal injury law firm at the Lake of the Ozarks, we understand the emotional and mental turmoil that can come from such an event, and we aim to do everything our power to defend our clients who experience such issues.

Defective Hip Replacements at the Lake of the Ozarks

Recently, there has been increased attention drawn to defective hip replacements and the repercussions they are causing. Hip replacements are major surgeries and can have serious consequences when they are done incorrectly or use defective materials. Recently, there has been a great deal of attention given to two specific products: DePuy Orthopaedics and Stryker Rejuvenate.

DePuy Orthopaedics

DePuy Orthopaedics, a division of Johnson & Johnson, recently had to recall two widespread hip replacement systems: the DePuy ASR XL Acetabular Hip Systems and ASR Hip Resurfacing Systems. These implants have defective designs that causes metal to rub against metal, resulting in pain, swelling, difficulty walking, and high amounts of toxicity in the patient's bloodstream.

These DePuy systems have been widely used since 2003, and experts estimate that roughly 93,000 of these recalled ASR systems have been implanted across the globe. Unfortunately, recent data has shown that as many as one in eight patients required a second surgery within five years of the initial hip replacement surgery.

Stryker Rejuvenate

The Stryker Rejuvenate Modular Primary Hip System (designed by the Stryker Corporation, one of the world's largest medical technology companies) originally garnered a great deal of positive attention because it is designed in such a way that allows doctors to customize the implant to perfectly meld with each patient's unique physical anatomy. Unfortunately, Stryker systems have led to a wide variety of negative side effects, ultimately leading to permanent bone and tissue damage as well as heavy metal poisoning.

The Stryker Rejuvenate system was released in February of 2010, and recalled in July of 2012. As with the DePuy systems, thousands of patients had already received these defective implants.

Legal Representation for Patients With Defective Hip Replacements

If you or someone you love has received a defective hip replacement, your physical well-being should be your first and foremost concern. The first thing you should do, then, is talk with your surgeon to discuss your options. After that, it is time to get in touch with our licensed personal injury attorney. We have extensive experience handling product liability cases, and we have seen a great amount of success with our past cases. We would be honored to provide you or your loved one with the representation you need.

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www.McDuffeyLaw.com
Ph. (573) 302-7211
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Thursday, May 21, 2015

Memorial Day Events at the Lake

Memorial Day is almost here! People from all over the Midwest will be making their way to the Lake of the Ozarks to celebrate the official start to this year's summer season. Here are a few can't-miss events to keep in mind as you plan your festivities this weekend, courtesy of the team at our Lake of the Ozarks law firm.

Memorial Weekend Events

Gun Show at the Lake

If you have a gun fanatic in the family, you definitely won't want to miss out on the Gun Show. The Show will be held at the Lodge of the Four Seasons at the following times:

- Friday, May 22nd from 2:00 - 8:00 PM

- Saturday, May 23rd from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

- Sunday, May 24th from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The Show will feature a huge selection of guns, ammo, rifles, handguns, shotguns, magazines, scopes, knives, military surplus, and more.

23rd Annual Lucas Oil Show-Me 100

If you've ever enjoyed the thrill of watching a high-speed race, this event is for you. The race will be held at the Lucas Oil Speedway in Wheatland, MO all weekend long. For ticket prices and more information on the event, visit www.lucasoilspeedway.com.

Putting For Patriots

Memorial Day Weekend marks the culmination of this 3-week event that has been actively raising money for charities supporting wounded veterans, their families, and survivors of the fallen: Hope For The Warriors, Homes For Our Troops, and TAPS - Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors. Jungle Golf, Pirate's Island, and Pirate's Cove miniature golf courses all over the country have teamed up to support this great event. What an awesome way to give back this Memorial Day!

Ozark Yacht Club's Parade Of Lights

Power boats and sailboats alike will be decked out with lights for the water parade on Saturday, May 23rd. The parade will begin at Ozark Yacht Club and travel along Bagnell Dam in front of Willmore Lodge to Beacon Point Condominiums before returning to Ozark Yacht Club along the south side of the Lake. The parade is designed to commemorate the U.S. men and women who have performed invaluable service for our country.

Have A Great Weekend, Everyone!

Memorial Day Weekend at the Lake is always highly anticipated and always promises a great time for everyone involved. Remember to give thanks to the brave U.S. soldiers who dedicate their lives to serving our beautiful country! It is through their efforts that we are able to enjoy a great weekend at the Lake.

If the worst should ever happen and you find yourself in need of a personal injury attorney at the Lake of the Ozarks, remember that the McDuffey Law Firm will be here for you.

Friday, May 15, 2015

We Work For RESULTS!

When you hire a personal injury attorney at the Lake of the Ozarks, you're hiring someone to defend your rights at a time when you are barely able to do so yourself. When you or someone you love has been injured, your primary focus should be on seeking medical attention and beginning the road to recovery - legal hassles should be least of your concerns.

At McDuffey Law Firm, we understand the unique challenges our clients face, and we do everything in our power to ensure that our clients are given the financial compensation that they need and deserve. We have successfully represented a wide variety of personal injury cases both at the Lake of the Ozarks and all over mid-Missouri, and we are proud to have case results that can speak for themselves.

Case Results - Quick Hitters

In order to help you gain a better understanding of how our Lake of the Ozarks law firm can help you earn the financial compensation you need, we invite you to take a quick look at some examples of our successful cases in the past:

We achieved a $16,300,000 verdict for a client in an insurance bad faith case.
We achieved a $5,004,000 judgment for multiple people who suffered significant bodily injuries after being hit by a drunk driver.
We earned $2,500,000 for a client who was injured as a result of medical neglect.
We achieved a $1,400,000 jury verdict for a client who suffered a defective hip replacement surgery.
We earned $1,000,000 for a client who suffered a shoulder and leg injury in a head-on collision.
We earned over $950,000 in death benefits for the surviving spouse in a disputed workers' compensation death case. The client now receives $600 per week for life.
We earned over $900,000 in another workers' compensation case wherein the client was permanently and totally disabled after suffering mild traumatic brain injury.
We earned $540,000 for a client who suffered a neck injury as a result of a head-on collision with a dump drunk.
We earned $525,000 for a client who suffered shoulder and wrist injuries after being hit by a back hoe at the job site.
We earned $400,000 for a client who suffered a work-related injury after a coworker injured him while horse playing during working hours.
We earned $300,000 for a client underwent knee surgery after tripping and falling in a pothole.
We achieved over $275,000 for a client who was found permanently and totally disabled after falling off a ladder at work. The client will receive $267 per week and will have all future medical benefits paid by the insurance company.
We earned $150,000 for a client in uninsured motorist benefits whose son was killed by a drunk driver.
We earned $140,000 for a motorcycle client who suffered a fractured wrist as a result of being struck by a car backing out of its driveway.

We are deeply sympathetic to all of our personal injury clients, and we are honored to be able to assist them through these difficult times.

Contact McDuffey Law Firm For Representation In Your Personal Injury Case at the Lake of the Ozarks

Despite everyone's best intentions, bodily injuries can and do happen anywhere and everywhere. No matter whether you were injured at work, on the road, or during recreational activities, the team at McDuffey Law Firm promises to be hear for you every step of the way. We would be honored to represent you in your personal injury case at the Lake of the Ozarks.

Friday, May 8, 2015

Boating Accidents on the Lake of the Ozarks

The Lake Area is well-known as a top vacation destination in the Midwest, with several attractions for people of all ages and from all backgrounds. Boating on the Lake of the Ozarks is top on the to-do list for most tourists (and many of the locals). Boating is a wonderful activity for people of all ages, but there are several risks associated with it that should not be taken lightly.

Boating on the Lake of the Ozarks

Motor vehicles that operate on land are carefully regulated to ensure that only competent, capable drivers get behind the wheel. Teenagers aren't allowed to drive cars unsupervised until they are sixteen years old, and drunk drivers face serious consequences for their actions.

For some reason, many people do not realize that the law treats operating a boat as seriously as they do cars - boaters may allow young, inexperienced drivers to take the helm, or they may opt to drive themselves boat after having a few drinks. What these people fail to realize is that operating a boat is just as regulated as operating a car or motorcycle, and that accidents resulting from negligent or drunk boaters also bring serious legal consequences.

Consequences of Boating Accidents on the Lake of the Ozarks

The term "boating accident" refers to any accident involving boats, waverunners, jet skis, or cruisers. The most common reasons for boating accidents at the Lake of the Ozarks are as follows:

Operator Negligence
Inexperience
Excessive Speed
Alcohol Usage

Operator negligence takes several different forms, including operating the boat in dangerous weather or driving too closely to swimmers. If you have been injured at the hands of a boat driver has shown any of these signs, you may have the right to financial compensation for your medical bills, property damages, and accompanying pain and suffering. Boating accidents should be handled similarly to automobile accidents - preserving evidence from these accidents is often crucial to the success of your case. If you have been injured in a boating accident, we encourage you to contact our boating accident attorney at the Lake of the Ozarks immediately.

High-Quality Representation for Your Boating Accident

The team at McDuffey Law Firm LLC would like to remind you all to stay safe on the water this summer season. While you obviously cannot control the actions of the other boaters around you, you can do your part by wearing a life jacket and staying attentive and alert. Together, we can work to make boating on the Lake of the Ozarks a safer experience for everyone involved.