Legal Help ServicesHurt by a port catheter? Demand answers.
A broken catheter. Another procedure. More time lost. If your port caused serious harm, ask whether its maker should be held accountable.
You trusted the device. You deserve answers.
Your port was supposed to help. If it caused serious harm, you deserve to know whether it could have been prevented.
- The design. Attorneys allege defects caused catheters to fracture.
- The warnings. Attorneys allege patients were not adequately warned.
- Accountability. Find out whether you have a claim against the maker.
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One patient took on Bard. A jury awarded $40 million.
Trial attorneys report that an Arizona jury awarded Kimberly Divelbliss $40 million in compensatory damages on September 4, 2026, after her Bard catheter fractured.
Individual result obtained by other attorneys. Results vary.
What did Bard know, and when?
Attorneys allege Bard knew about fracture reports but failed to improve the device or adequately warn patients.
The safety questions weren’t new.
Researchers called for better catheter quality control in 1985. Later studies examined particle loss and weak spots. Attorneys cited that research in a 2020 PowerPort lawsuit.
Your experience matters
The device failed. You faced the fallout.
If this sounds familiar, your experience deserves a review.
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01 · The failure
A port problem becomes your problem.
A fractured catheter. A fragment that moved. A serious infection or blood clot linked to the port. Tell us what your medical team identified.
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02 · The fallout
You were already dealing with enough.
Another procedure. An unexpected hospital stay. More disruption to your life. Tell us what extra care you needed.
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03 · Your next step
Do not leave your questions unanswered.
Speak up. Share your experience. Find out whether an attorney can help you seek accountability.
Could this apply to you?
- You had an implanted port.Share the brand or model if you know it.
- Your port caused a serious problem.A fracture, migrated fragment, infection or blood clot.
- You needed more care.Tell us about removal, surgery or other treatment.
Start with what you know. No records are needed to make an initial inquiry.
An attorney determines eligibility and filing deadlines.
The record, in focus
From patient claims to a $40 million verdict
Bard and AngioDynamics/Navilyst have separate court proceedings. The September verdict concerns Bard only.
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August 2023
Bard cases come together
Bard port cases came together in Arizona, allowing patients’ attorneys to build on shared evidence while pursuing individual claims.
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October 2024
Other brands get a separate group
AngioDynamics and Navilyst patients gained a separate court process in Southern California. Your device’s maker helps identify the right path.
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September 4, 2026
$40 million verdict against Bard
Trial attorneys report a $40 million verdict for Kimberly Divelbliss. The jury found for her on claims of defective design and inadequate warnings.
A powerful company is not above accountability.
If a defective port harmed you, join the fight for accountability. Request an attorney review.
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