Vincent Shannon Solicitor of Shannons in Swords has been consulted by many women, including several from Northern Ireland, who have received breast implants and are now extremely concerned about the potential long term damage to their health.
Compensation claims regarding breast implants by the French company Poly Implant Prothese (PIP) could be affecting up to 1500 women in Ireland this new year. A widespread recall is underway following the death of a woman in France who suffered from anaplastic large cell lymphoma. Sparking a large social media campaign from others who were experiencing strange illnesses, the French government has now advised that victims may need to get them removed.
Vincent Shannon is advising any woman to consult their GP immediately and to get in touch with their surgeon. An ultra sound or mammogram should then be carried out, checking whether there has been a rupture or not. If there has not yet been a rupture, there is still concern about future damage; removal is the safest option at this time.
Vincent Shannon said that the current concern is to have the proper Defendant in court proceedings.
"This is effectively a Sale of Goods legal argument and the clinics that provided the operation had an obligation to use products that are fit for the intended purpose and suitable for the Consumer to use."
Initially, people who supplied the silicone would be the potential target but ultimately it will be the clinic that carried out the operation. However, there is the possibility that The Irish Medicines Board could be targeted as well.
To seek sound and professional legal advice and representation with regards to these serious matters, never hesitate to contact Shannons Solicitors in Swords on 01-8401780 or e-mail vincent@shannons.ie
Vincent Shannon advises the women to, firstly, concentrate on the medical advice regarding the safe removal of the implant while simultaneously seeking legal advice about compensation for the losses incurred.
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