Ethicon Physiomesh Flexible Composite Hernia Mesh Products Liability Litigation
The scientific causation theory centers on biomechanical failure of Physiomesh, including migration, shrinkage, and deformation, which lead to tissue damage and hernia recurrence. The composite design and material properties, such as pore size and polymer composition, are believed to contribute to mechanical failure and adverse tissue responses, resulting in injuries observed in plaintiffs.
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Pending actions
4,054
Total actions filed
Active
Status
06/02/2017
Established
Filing deadline
Statutes of limitations generally range from 1 to 3 years from the date injuries are discovered, with specific procedural deadlines such as disclosures and motions due by January 27, 2026.
Who qualifies
Plaintiffs must demonstrate that they underwent hernia repair surgery using Ethicon Physiomesh, that the product was defective due to design flaws, manufacturing defects, or labeling issues, and that the defect caused injuries such as hernia recurrence, pain, or organ perforation. Injuries must have occurred within a timeframe typically exceeding 30 days post-implantation. Additional criteria include absence of prior hernia repairs before Physiomesh use and a clear causal link between the product defect and the injuries.
Products involved
- Physiomesh
- Ethicon
- Johnson & Johnson
Alleged injuries
- herniation
- recurrence of hernia
- mesh migration
- mesh deformation
- organ perforation
- infection
- adhesions
- bowel obstruction
- mesh shrinkage
- organ damage
- chronic pain
Bellwether trials
The first bellwether trial is scheduled to begin on July 13, 2026. No recent verdicts have been reported, indicating a trend toward settlement rather than trial outcomes.
Settlement landscape
Settlement amounts for Physiomesh cases vary widely, ranging from approximately $40,000 to over $450,000 depending on injury severity. The overall settlement pool for the MDL is estimated to be around $1 billion.
Lead counsel
- Motley Rice
This page is generated from the official JPML pending-MDL report and public court records, refreshed monthly. It is provided for attorney reference and is not legal advice.
