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The Abbott FreeStyle Libre 3 lawsuit investigation alleges the device was defective and, as a result, put others at risk. According to claims, the Libre 3 and Libre 3 Plus sensors create inaccurate glucose readings. This then leads to a patient suffering from severe hypo- and hyperglycemic events, as well as the risk of hospitalizations and deaths.
If you believe you suffered inaccurate readings that led to complications like this, reach out to Bighorn Law for a free consultation. You may have the right to seek a claim against the manufacturer with help from a Las Vegas medical lawsuit attorney.
Serious Health Risks Alleged
Lawsuits filed against the manufacturer aim to hold the company accountable for the losses users of their continuous glucose monitoring systems sustained when inaccurate readings were displayed. These devices provide real-time sensor readings to the user, guiding them on when and how much insulin to use to control blood sugar levels. The readings directly affect how patients make decisions throughout the day to control these critical levels.
Patients who relied on sensor readings to make those decisions may have used too much or too little insulin to control blood sugar levels. Some had to seek medical care, and others may have suffered severe complications.
Common complications reported include:
- Permanent neurological damage
- Seizures
- Diabetic ketoacidosis
- Loss of consciousness
- Severe hypoglycemia
- Wrongful death
Lawsuits related to these losses continue to demonstrate a clear link to complications. Inaccurate readings lead patients to consume carbohydrates, skip doses of critical medication, or delay their insulin doses, putting them at a higher risk for serious complications.
What Abbott Says About Its Products
Abbott recalled and issued medical device corrections for some of its Libre 3 and Libre 3 Plus sensors, noting they could be defective. However, millions of these devices remain, and concerns persist. Lawsuit numbers continue to rise as more people suffer the consequences, some of which are serious injuries, from using these devices. At least seven people lost their lives around the world in related complications.
What to Do If You Or a Loved One Suffered
If you or a loved one uses the FreeStyle Libre 3 or FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensor and has experienced diabetic ketoacidosis, severe hypoglycemia, hospitalization, or other complications, including the loss of life, we encourage you to speak to our attorney about your rights. A medical malpractice lawyer can help you in several ways:
- Gather all evidence to support your claim. That includes documentation from hospital admissions, clarity on your condition, and witness statements. These details need to be safeguarded while you pursue a lawsuit.
- Present a claim to those at fault, holding them liable. As the number of lawsuits increases, the likelihood that a case will become a class action is very real. Your attorney keeps you informed.
- Fight for fair compensation for you. If your family member lost their life or you faced serious complications from your use of these devices, we seek fair recovery of all medical losses, lost wages, and pain and suffering you endured.
A lawsuit may not be necessary. In some situations, these lawsuits can be complex and overall challenging.
Choose an Experienced Las Vegas Medical Malpractice Attorney Today
At Bighorn Law, we can help you move forward with an Abbott FreeStyle Libre 3 lawsuit. Do not simply settle or expect the company to make it right. Let us help you at a free consultation.
Call 702-744-9785 or email help@bighornlaw.com for a free case evaluation.