When a hip implant fails early, sheds metal or has to be replaced, patients may have a claim against the manufacturer or, in some cases, the surgical team. This guide covers hip replacement lawsuit settlement amounts, the major recall cases involving DePuy, Stryker and Zimmer Biomet, who may qualify and how to get a free, confidential review through Legal Lawsuit.
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What Is a Hip Replacement Lawsuit?
It is a claim brought by someone harmed by a defective hip implant or by errors in a hip replacement procedure. Many cases allege that a manufacturer sold a device that failed too soon, released metal debris into the body or forced patients into revision surgery. Others involve medical malpractice or a lack of informed consent. The goal is to hold the responsible party accountable and recover compensation.
Common Reasons for Hip Replacement Claims
Defective implants: Design or material flaws that cause loosening, breakage or early failure. Recalls: Devices pulled from the market over safety problems or high failure rates. Metallosis: Metal-on-metal implants releasing cobalt and chromium ions into surrounding tissue and the bloodstream. Early failure: Implants that wear out far sooner than expected, requiring painful revision surgery. Surgical errors: Improper placement or negligent post-operative care. Informed consent problems: Patients not told about the risks of a particular implant or procedure. Serious complications: Chronic pain, infection or lost mobility tied to the device or surgery. These problems often bring physical, emotional and financial hardship, which is why many patients look into a claim.
Why a Hip Implant Lawyer Matters
These cases combine medical detail with product liability law and each device’s recall history. An experienced attorney can identify your implant, collect evidence and handle the manufacturer and its insurers. That can make a real difference in recovering medical costs, lost wages and compensation for pain and suffering.
Types of Hip Implant Claims
Recall Claims
Claims over implants recalled for design flaws, material breakdown, high failure rates or metallosis risk, seeking compensation for revision surgery, medical bills and pain and suffering.
Group Claims
When many patients have the same implant model, their cases are often coordinated in an MDL or resolved through a group settlement program, while each patient’s injuries are still evaluated individually.
Surgical Malpractice Claims
Claims against surgeons or hospitals for errors such as improper placement or negligent follow-up care, which can cover revision surgery, additional treatment and long-term disability.
Who May Qualify?
You may be eligible if any of these apply:
- Your implant had a design flaw, material defect or high failure rate.
- You developed chronic pain, limited mobility, infection or metallosis.
- Your implant failed early
- Your device was recalled
- You were harmed by a surgical error or poor post-operative care.
- You were not told about the risks of your surgery or device.
Choosing a Hip Implant Attorney
- Look for attorneys who focus on implant and product liability cases.
- Ask about experience with MDLs and device settlement programs.
- Check reviews and disciplinary records to confirm their reputation.
- Consider whether local presence or nationwide experience matters more for your case.
- Make sure they explain fees and communicate clearly.
Major Hip Implant Recalls and Settlements
Several large manufacturers have faced recalls and lawsuits over hip devices:
DePuy (Johnson & Johnson)
DePuy’s metal-on-metal ASR hip system was recalled in 2010, and the company agreed in 2013 to a settlement program reported at about $2.5 billion for ASR revision patients. Claims over its Pinnacle metal-on-metal device were also largely resolved through later settlements. In 2019, DePuy also reached a multistate agreement with dozens of state attorneys general over its marketing of metal-on-metal hips.
Stryker
Stryker recalled its Rejuvenate and ABG II modular-neck stems in 2012 over corrosion and metal debris, and later agreed to settlement programs reported at more than $1 billion for affected revision patients. Claims involving other Stryker components, such as the LFIT V40 femoral head, followed.
Zimmer Biomet
Biomet, which merged with Zimmer in 2015, resolved many claims over its M2a Magnum metal-on-metal hip through a settlement program, and Zimmer has faced claims over other hip components. Values in these programs generally depended on revision surgery and the severity of complications.
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