Over 100 Former ECT Patients Seek Legal Representation in England
A follow up on the 2021 BBC investigation of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
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April 29, 2022
Michelle Himes v. Somatics, LLC
Video and article links regarding recent ECT litigation: Michelle Himes v. Somatics, LLC.
April 22, 2022
ECT Lawsuit: Jeffery Thelen v, Somatics LLC, and Elektrika, INC.
"Plaintiff alleges that undergoing ECT treatment with this device caused permanent neurological damage impairing his ability to memorize, retain, and recall information. Plaintiff further alleges that despite knowing of the substantial risks associated with ECT treatment, Somatics and Elektrika manufactured and distributed the device and failed to warn Plaintiff of those risks."
January 31, 2022
ECT Lawsuit: Janelle Schnulle, Plantiff v, Somatics LLC, Defendant
Janelle Schnulle had 33 ECT treatments she claims caused permanent neurological damage. She is suing device manufacturer, Somatics LLC.
January 27, 2022
Spirited ECT Debate Between John Read and Dr. Andrade
A spirited debate between and Dr. Andrade and Professor John Read regarding his current research showing electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) as ineffective, dangerous, and in need of suspension while proper auditing and safety testing can be carried out.
December 21, 2021
ECT Device Maker Mecta Corp. Files Chapter 11 After Lawsuits Hinder Access to Liability Insurance
On September 30, 2021, ECT device manufacturer Mecta Corp. filed chapter 11 bankruptcy amid lawsuits hindering their liability insurance eligibility. Financial pressure from combined lawsuits and lack of insurance led to the discontinuation of the SpECTrum device On September 1st, 2021, according to the Debtors.
December 9, 2021