by Eddie Ruiz
CLF (August 19, 2026 4:55 PM) — The Carlson Law Firm is proud to announce that attorneys Adam Evans and Elijah Biedinger have been appointed to leadership positions in In re Boston Scientific Corporation Spinal Cord Stimulator Products Liability Litigation (MDL No. 3181), a recently established multidistrict litigation centralized before U.S. District Judge Josephine L. Staton in the United States District Court for the Central District of California.
Pursuant to Pretrial Order No. 2, entered August 13, 2026, the Court appointed Evans as Co-Lead Counsel for the plaintiffs, a role that includes coordinating and directing plaintiffs' pretrial efforts, overseeing discovery and litigation strategy, presenting matters before the Court, and participating in settlement discussions and other proceedings as directed by the Court.
The Court also appointed Biedinger to the Leadership Development Committee, which supports plaintiffs’ leadership through assigned projects, mentorship, presentations, and coordinated litigation work.
The Carlson Law Firm Takes Leadership Role in Spinal Cord Stimulator MDL
The appointments place The Carlson Law Firm in a leadership position in litigation involving allegations that Boston Scientific spinal cord stimulator products caused injuries such as device failure, unexpected shocks, lead issues, worsening pain, and revision or removal surgeries.
As Co-Lead Counsel, Evans will help guide the coordinated pretrial strategy in MDL No. 3181, while Biedinger’s committee role will support case development work through assigned projects, mentorship, and collaboration with plaintiffs’ leadership.
Adam Evans on the Boston Scientific Spinal Cord Stimulator Litigation
Evans said the case is important not only for people who have suffered alleged spinal cord stimulator injuries, but also for the general public, which may one day rely on a medical device. He noted that although spinal cord stimulators have long been promoted by manufacturers as safe and effective, a growing body of clinical data shows the devices can be ineffectual, costly, and carry serious risks of injury.
He also said the MDL marks the first time plaintiffs have used mass tort litigation to directly address alleged inadequacies in medical device regulation.
“I am honored to be entrusted with the responsibility of representing the interests of plaintiffs nationwide, and I look forward to getting justice for all who have been harmed by these devices,” Evans said.
Elijah Biedinger Joins the Leadership Development Committee
Biedinger said he is grateful to join the MDL’s Leadership Development Committee in his first year with The Carlson Law Firm, where he will work with and learn from some of the nation’s leading mass tort attorneys.
He also credited Evans as a valuable mentor and said the leadership team remains focused on advocating for injured plaintiffs and pursuing accountability from Boston Scientific.
The Carlson Law Firm Represents Spinal Cord Stimulator Injury Claims
The Carlson Law Firm will continue representing individuals pursuing product liability claims related to Boston Scientific spinal cord stimulator products in the coordinated federal proceeding.
People who experienced complications after receiving a Boston Scientific spinal cord stimulator can contact The Carlson Law Firm to discuss their circumstances and determine whether they may have a claim.
