Our attorneys are investigating claims on behalf of investors of MiMedx Group, Inc. (“MiMedx”) (NASDAQ: MDXG) to determine whether MiMedx and certain of its officers and/or directors engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
According to its corporate profile, “MiMedx is an integrated developer, processor and marketer of patent protected and proprietary regenerative biomaterial products and bioimplants processed from human amniotic membrane and other birth tissues and human skin and bone.”
On February 20, 2018, MiMedx announced that MiMedx is postponing the release of its Q4 and FY 2017 financial results. Specifically, MiMedx issued a press release which, in relevant part, stated that the Audit Committee of MiMedx’s Board of Directors ” . . . has engaged independent legal and accounting advisors to conduct an internal investigation into current and prior-period matters relating to allegations regarding certain sales and distribution practices at [MiMedx].” Further, MiMedx advised investors that “[MiMedx] executives are also reviewing, among other items, the accounting treatment of certain distributor contracts.”
According to foxbusiness.com (“Why MiMedx Group, Inc. Is Crashing Today”):
MiMedx Group is a heavily shorted stock, so it isn’t surprising to see shares falling so hard in response to Tuesday’s news. This update also adds fuel to the long-term bear case against the company, so it is unknown how long it will take for MiMedx to regain Wall Street’s trust.
Given the uncertainty, [MDXG’s] drop does not represent an opportunity to get in. Investors who are looking for bargains in the biotech sector would probably be better served by turning their attention elsewhere.
Girard Gibbs’ financial fraud and securities lawyers have more than two decades of experience prosecuting fraud. Our attorneys have successfully litigated against some of the largest companies in the United States, and we have recovered more than a billion dollars on our clients’ behalf.
We have fought some of the most complex cases brought under federal and state laws nationwide, and our attorneys have been recognized with numerous awards and honors for their accomplishments, including Top 100 Super Lawyers in Northern California, Top Plaintiff Lawyers in California, The Best Lawyers in America, and rated AV Preeminent (among the highest class of attorneys for professional ethics and legal skills).
| American Express Financial Advisors Securities Litigation | $100 million cash settlement for clients alleging American Express steered them into under-performing “shelf space funds” to reap kickbacks |
| Chase Bank “Check Loan” Litigation | $100 million settlement for consumers alleging Chase offered long-term fixed-rate loans, only to later more-than-double required payments |
| Peregrine Financial Group Customer Litigation | Settlements worth $75 million for futures and commodities investors who lost millions in the collapse of Peregrine Financial Group, Inc. |
| NantHealth | Court-appointed Co-Lead Counsel in a securities class action alleging the company’s founder violated federal securities law and artificially inflated stock prices |
Eric has served in leadership positions in a number of high profile, complex financial lawsuits. He’s been named a Law360 Consumer Protection MVP, to Daily Journal’s “Top Plaintiff Lawyers in California”, and to the Top 100 Super Lawyers in Northern California.
A.J. has served in leadership positions in a variety of complex cases involving securities, consumer protection and bankruptcy issues.
David’s advocacy has generated major recoveries for consumers impacted by financial fraud. He was named to the Top 40 Under 40 by Daily Journal and a “Rising Star in Class Actions” by Law360.
Michael has over 20 years of experience representing individuals in complex cases involving banking credit card and other financial frauds.