DePuy Hip Replacement FAQ

• What has gone wrong with metal on metal hip replacements?
• Are all metal on metal hip replacements affected?
• What symptoms should I be looking out for?
• My doctor has contacted me about possible defects with my metal on metal hip replacement, does this mean that I am entitled to compensation?
• What are doctors doing about this?
• Who is entitled to compensation?
• I have a Depuy ASR hip replacement, am I entitled to compensation?
• What do I need to do if I want to make a claim?
• Is there a time limit to bringing forward my claim?
• Why should I go with Thompsons Solicitors?
• How much would I get in compensation?
• How long will my claim take?

What has gone wrong with metal on metal hip replacements?
It has been found that when some metal on metal hip implants, particularly the DePuy ASR XL Acetabular System and ASR Hip Resurfacing System, wear together high levels of cobalt and chromium can be released into the body.  The defective metal on metal hip replacements can cause inflammation, significant pain, muscle erosion and even non cancerous tumours.      
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Are all metal on metal hip replacements affected?
For the moment only the ASR XL Acetabular System and ASR Hip Resurfacing System have been recalled by manufacturers DePuy (part of Johnson and Johnson).  If you have another type of metal on metal hip replacement and are concerned about the risk or are experiencing pain in the groin or hip area; difficulty walking; clicking of your hip; swelling; numbness or loss of feeling in your leg you should contact our solicitors and your doctor as soon as possible.
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What symptoms should I be looking out for?
If you have received one of the DePuy ASR hip replacements you should contact our solicitors and your doctor even if you are not experiencing any symptoms.  Symptoms that may be linked to a defective metal on metal hip replacement include:

• Pain in the groin or hip area
• Difficulty walking
• Clicking of your hip
• Swelling
• Numbness or loss of feeling in your leg

If you have received a metal on metal hip replacement in the last eight years and are experiencing any of the above symptoms or are concerned that you are at risk, contact our solicitors and your doctor as soon as possible.
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My doctor has contacted me about possible defects with my metal on metal hip replacement, does this mean that I am entitled to compensation?
If you have had a metal on metal hip implant in the last eight years, particularly the DePuy ASR models, and your doctor has contacted you highlighting potential defects, you may have the right to no win no fee compensation.  If your surgeon has recommended a revision operation because of problems with your metal on metal hip implant you may also be entitled to compensation.  Contact us on 0800 0891331 or fill in an online claim form for free legal advice. 
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What are doctors doing about this?
Surgeons should be reviewing all patients with metal on metal hip replacements.  Those at risk are likely to be contacted for tests and some will be requested to come in for hip revision operations.  If this has happened to you, you should contact Thompsons as soon as possible.  If you are worried that you might be at risk we are also happy to answer any legal questions you may have. 
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Who is entitled to compensation?
If you have received the DePuy ASR XL Acetabular System and DePuy ASR Hip Resurfacing System you should contact us as you are likely to be entitled to no win no fee compensation.  If you have received a metal on metal hip replacement in the last eight years and have been contacted by your doctor about possible problems with your hip implant or for a revision operation you may also be entitled to compensation.

If you are experiencing symptoms linked to defective metal on metal hip replacements or feel like you might be at risk contact our solicitors and your doctor as soon as possible.  
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I have a Depuy ASR hip replacement, am I entitled to compensation?
If you have received one of the DePuy ASR hip replacements you should contact our solicitors and your doctor even if you are not experiencing any symptoms. 

If you have received the DePuy ASR XL Acetabular System and DePuy ASR Hip Resurfacing System you should contact us as you are likely to be entitled to no win no fee compensation.  However, other metal on metal hip replacements may also be defective.  For any advice contact us on 0800 0891331 or fill in our online claim form.  
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What do I need to do if I want to make a claim?
Making a no win no fee claim for a defective metal on metal hip implant with Thompsons Solicitors is simple.  Simply fill in the online claim form or call us directly on 0800 0891331 and one of our compensation experts will be on hand to help you with your claim. 

Our no win no fee compensation expert solicitors will fight to get you the maximum compensation in the shortest possible time. 
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Is there a time limit to bringing forward my claim?
It is strongly recommended that you contact us as soon as possible to take forward your claim.  The law states that you have a time limit of three years from the time you were aware of the possible injury, but the sooner you contact us the sooner we can get to work on your claim.
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Why should I go with Thompsons Solicitors?
Thompsons Solicitors are award-winning personal injury experts.  We are rated number one by legal directory “Legal 500” and won both Firm of the Year at the Scottish Law Awards and Litigation Firm of the Year at the Law Awards of Scotland this year. 

We offer a no win no fee service and free advice.  Our expert compensation solicitors will always fight to get you the maximum compensation in the shortest possible time. 

We have offices across the country and will even visit you at home or wherever you wish.   
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How much would I get in compensation?
Compensation varies from case to case and depends on a number of factors.  It’s best to contact us to discuss your case. 

You will however generally be entitled to two types of compensation – one for your pain and suffering and one other for any financial loss or expense such as loss of earnings or the cost of care.

No two cases are the same so it is best to contact us to get advice on your individual case on 0800 0891331 or fill in the claim form. 
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How long will my claim take?
It is difficult to say exactly, but our expert compensation solicitors will always fight to get you the maximum compensation in the shortest possible time.

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