Drive devilbiss healthcare is the initial importer of the device which is a commode.Drive became aware of the incident by a legal notice from the end-user's counsel.Drive does not have access to the device for evaluation.We do not have the model number of the device nor the serial number.We are filing this report in an overabundance of caution.We will file a follow up submission when additional information becomes available.On or about (b)(6) 2018, petitioner attempted to utilize the bedside commode.As she placed both hands on the handrails, the rails on the commode malfunctioned and gave way, causing petitioner to fall, resulting in a fractured femur.This accident occurred so suddenly and without warning that your petitioner could do nothing to avoid the same.
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