Guidant Pacemaker Recall

At the law firm of PritzkerOlsen, P.A. , we represent people across the United States in actions against biomedical companies for injuries and death caused by defective medical devices. Recently, Guidant Corporation has recalled certain models of Guidant pacemakers. Our attorneys understand the pain and uncertainty this has caused Guidant heart device patients, and we are here to help patients understand their legal rights and Guidant’s legal responsibilities for selling potentially defective Guidant pacemakers. Attorney Fred Pritzker has had more than 30 years of experience getting results for clients and has been named, once again, a Top 100 Super Lawyer. He has also been selected for inclusion in the current edition of The Best Lawyers in America.

If you or someone you love has had a Guidant pacemaker removed or is considering that option, the attorneys at PritzkerOlsen, P.A. are available to discuss your concerns. You can reach our attorneys for a free consultation by calling toll-free at 1-888-377-8900 or filling out our online Guidant free consultation form.

Fatality and Injuries Prompt Recall of Guidant Pacemakers
As of early July 2005, Guidant had received reports of 69 Guidant pacemaker failures. One death may be linked to a Guidant pacemaker that sustained pacing at an abnormally rapid rate. The models recalled include the following:

PULSAR® MAX Models 1170, 1171, 1270
PULSAR Models 0470, 0870, 0970, 0972, 1172, 1272
DISCOVERY® Models 1174, 1175, 1273, 1274, 1275
MERIDIAN® Models 0476, 0976, 1176, 1276
PULSAR MAX II Models 1180, 1181, 1280
DISCOVERY II Models 0481, 0981, 1184, 1186, 1187, 1283, 1284, 1285, 1286
CONTAK TR® Model 1241
VIRTUS PLUS® II* Models 1380, 1480
INTELIS II Models 1483, 1484, 1485, 1384, 1385, 1349, 1499

Guidant Not Willing to Pay for All Medical Expenses Incurred Due to Replacement of Guidant Pacemaker
Although Guidant has agreed to, under certain circumstances, replace the recalled Guidant pacemakers, Guidant has claimed it will pay only a limited amount of medical costs associated with the replacement. This puts a financial burden on patients wanting to have potentially defective Guidant pacemakers replaced.

At PritzkerOlsen, P.A. we have already filed a class action suit against Guidant on behalf of patients with defective Guidant defibrillators. If you have one of the recalled Guidant pacemakers or have recently had one replaced, our experienced attorneys will help you understand what legal actions you can take against Guidant to ensure the payment of all medical costs associated with replacement and to be compensated for loss of income and pain and suffering.

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