AMO Contact Lens Solution and Acanthamoeba keratitis
On March 26, 2007, government officials began warning people to throw away AMO Complete Moisture Plus Multi-Purpose Solution, used for cleaning and storing soft contact lenses, after an investigation linked the product to a rare eye infection.
Why is Advanced Medical Optics Liable for AMO lens solution injuries?
Plaintiffs represented by Lieff Cabraser charge that AMO aggressively promoted Complete MoisturePlus Multi Purpose to healthcare professionals as well as to consumers with representations that it was a "highly effective cleaning agent" and that it "is effective against the introduction of common ocular microorganisms."
The Complaint filed by plaintiffs represented by Lieff Cabraser charges that AMO's contact lens solution was not effective in disinfecting contact lenses, and vastly inferior to other multipurpose solutions available on the market.
The Complaint alleges that AMO's own data demonstrated the product's lack of efficacy in preventing the growth of protozoa microorganisms, including "acanthamoeba." The protozoa acanthamoeba are directly associated with a disproportionate risk and increased incidence of Acanthamoeba keratitis in users of contact lens solution products. Read more on why AMO is liable to injured consumers.
AMO Lens Contamination Recall and Potential Lawsuits
The law in most states provides several personal injury claims for persons who have been seriously injured by a consumer product for personal use that is contaminated and unsafe.
Claims brought against a manufacturer can include strict liability for the defective product, breach of warranty, negligence, and fraudulent concealment. Damages sought against the manufacturer of a defective product can include:
- Physical pain and suffering, mental anguish and physical impairment;
- Medical expenses associated with the defective product; and
- Loss of earnings and/or earning capacity.
Free Review of Your Legal Claim
Lieff Cabraser representing over 30 patients nationwide with severe eye infections from contaminated AMO lens solution.
If you or a family member have developed an eye infection or suffered a serious eye injury or loss of function after using AMO contact lens solution, you may be eligible to file a claim. Contact an attorney at Lieff Cabraser to discuss your legal rights at no cost or obligation.
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