Exactech Class Action
On 5 September 2024, Gerard Malouf & Partners commenced a class action in the Federal Court of Australia against Exactech Australia Pty Ltd and Exactech Inc. The class action alleged that Exactech manufactured and supplied defective shoulder, hip, and knee implants that were later subject to product recalls.
On 13 November 2025, the Federal Court approved a settlement of the class action for $8.7 million, inclusive of legal and administration costs (Settlement). The settlement was reached without any admission of liability by Exactech.
Important Update
Registration for the Scheme is now open
If you were implanted with an Exactech shoulder, hip or knee device between 1 January 2003 to 5 September 2024 (Relevant Period) and believe you may be affected, you must register for the Settlement Distribution Scheme to be considered for compensation.
All claims must be submitted by no later than 8 May 2026 (Claims Deadline).
Registration is required even if you have previously registered your interest with GMP Law for the Exactech Class Action.
Settlement Distribution Scheme
The Settlement, less approved legal costs and disbursements (Settlement Fund), will be distributed in accordance with the Court-approved Settlement Distribution Scheme (the Scheme).
GMP Law is appointed by the Court to administer the Scheme.
We encourage you to read the Scheme, linked below, to understand how the Settlement Fund will be administered.
Frequently asked questions
What happens after your register for the Scheme?
- All registrations will be reviewed to confirm eligibility to participate in the Scheme
- All eligible claims will be assessed in accordance with the Damages Assessment Protocol (See Annexure 1 of the Scheme)
- Compensation will then be distributed to eligible group members.
Please note that compensation will not be paid immediately after registration. All claims must be assessed before any compensation is paid, to ensure the process is fair for all eligible group members.
Do I need to pay any costs?
You will not incur any out-of-pocket costs.
The class action was conducted on a No Win No Fee basis. Court-approved legal costs and disbursements have been deducted from the Settlement. The costs to administer the Scheme, as approved by the Federal Court, will be paid from the Settlement when the distribution has been completed.
Do you need further assistance?
Please read the Scheme for further details. If you still have any questions, unsure whether you are eligible, or need help with registration, please contact our legal team on ExactechClaim@gmp.net.au or call 1800 934 243.
Please note that you may experience long wait times in our responding to your enquiry. Our team will respond to your enquiry as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience.
