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[March 2024] Paragard Lawsuit Update | Paragard IUD Lawsuit News

Use the chatbot on this page to find out if you qualify for a Paragard IUD Lawsuit.

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Key takeaways:

  • The Paragard IUD, a non-hormonal birth control device, has been linked to serious complications, including device breakage during removal.

  • Numerous lawsuits have been filed against Teva Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer of Paragard, alleging that the company failed to warn about the potential risks.

  • The plaintiffs in these lawsuits are seeking compensation for injuries sustained due to the device, including medical expenses, pain, and suffering.

Most Recent Updates:

  • The Paragard IUD Litigation is actively ongoing, with 2,570 lawsuits currently awaiting proceedings in the MDL, indicating significant legal action against the device's manufacturer.

  • This litigation utilizes the MDL approach to efficiently handle the large number of lawsuits by consolidating them for pretrial processes, aiming to streamline discovery, reduce repetitive work, and ensure uniform decisions on key issues.

  • Individuals who have experienced injuries from the use of a Paragard IUD are being encouraged to seek legal counsel, with opportunities for free consultations provided by TorHoerman Law to assess eligibility for filing a lawsuit.

Paragard Lawsuit for IUD Failure and Injuries

Paragard IUD devices have been found to break or fracture when being removed, causing severe injuries that necessitate surgery and other medical treatment.

Paragard IUD Lawsuits have been filed against Teva Pharmaceuticals, the designer and manufacturer of the Paragard IUD.

These lawsuits have been consolidated into a Paragard MDL in the US District Court for the Northern District of Georgia.

If you or a loved one used a Paragard IUD and subsequently suffered complications and/or injuries, you may qualify for a Paragard lawsuit.

Contact TorHoerman Law to speak with an experienced Paragard Lawyer about your legal options today. Use our chatbot on this page to find out if you qualify for a Paragard IUD Lawsuit instantly.

Our Paragard Lawyers are here to help you with your claim and seek financial compensation for your injuries.

We have been dedicated to taking on large companies and corporations for their negligence, and to date we’ve secured over $4 billion in compensation for people harmed at no fault of their own.

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Lawsuit Updates

March 1, 2024

The number of Paragard IUD lawsuits has risen from 2,444 in February to 2,570 in March, 

These lawsuits are part of ongoing Multidistrict Litigation (MDL) against Teva Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer of Paragard, alleging device breakage during removal and failure to warn about potential risks.

The increase in Paragard IUD lawsuits to 2,570 in March reflects growing concerns over the device’s safety and effectiveness.

The litigation centers on allegations of Paragard IUD breakage and inadequate warnings from Teva Pharmaceuticals.

Health complications from the Paragard IUD device breaking during removal can include infection, injury to internal organs, and the potential need for surgical intervention to remove broken pieces.

If you or someone you know has experienced complications related to the Paragard IUD, it may be time to explore your legal options. 

Contact TorHoerman law today for a free consultation, or receive immediate feedback from the ChatBot located on this page. 

March 1, 2024

What is the Paragard IUD Lawsuit?

The Paragard Intrauterine Device (IUD) has been linked to numerous complications and adverse events.

Women across the country have reported that Paragard’s popular birth control device can break or fracture during removal, leading to serious injuries and further complications.

Due to the injuries and subsequent damages caused by the device, women across the country have begun to file Paragard IUD Lawsuits against Teva and Cooper Surgical, the manufacturers and distributors of the Paragard IUD device.

What is the Paragard IUD Lawsuit?

If you or a loved one suffered injuries related to Paragard, you may be entitled to participate in a Paragard lawsuit to seek compensation for the damages that you suffered as a result of you injury.

Contact TorHoerman Law to speak with a Paragard injury lawyer about your potential case or use our chatbot to receive a free, instant online case evaluation and find out if you qualify for compensation right now.

Current Status of the Paragard Lawsuits Filed in Multidistrict Litigation (MDL)

The Paragard MDL continues to grow, with over 2,400 pending Paragard IUD Lawsuits filed as of  January 2024.

Bellwether trials scheduled for 2025 will include 10 Paragard cases that are representative of the total amount of Paragard IUD Defect Lawsuits.

The Paragard MDL Judge Leigh Martin May has denied several motions to dismiss the Paragard Lawsuits.

New Paragard IUD Lawsuits are currently being filed by lawyers across the country.

What is the Paragard IUD?

The Paragard IUD birth control device (T 380, T 380A, Tcu380A) is a medical product used to provide hormone-free, long-term birth control for women.

Designed and manufactured by Teva Pharmaceuticals, the Paragard IUD is a T-shaped device made up of a plastic base with a copper wire wrapped around it.

The reaction produced by the copper creates an inflammatory reaction in the uterus that interferes with the sperm.

What is the Paragard IUD?

According to the manufacturer, the Paragard IUD is 99% effective at preventing pregnancy.

The device is designed to provide birth control for up to ten years, and it must be implanted and removed by a doctor.

Paragard and other copper IUDs are a popular alternative to hormonal birth control methods.

While Paragard’s IUD is popular, it has also been tied to negative side effects and complications during the removal process.

Paragard IUD Complications and Injuries

It’s important to be familiar with Paragard IUD risks if you use or are considering using Paragard IUD.

Paragard defects & complications can result in serious injury.

Serious complications and dangers include:

  • Negative reactions between Paragard & the body, resulting in injury.
  • Complications during the removal process, resulting in injury.
  • Device fracture, breaking and migration during use, resulting in injury.

These complications are not assumed by Paragard users as the manufacturer failed to warn consumers of these defects and complications.

For that reason, users suffering injuries resulting from these complications may be entitled to participate in the Paragard injury lawsuit.

Paragard Injuries: What Can Happen if an IUD Breaks?

Women can be seriously injured during the removal of the Paragard IUD or if the IUD broke while in the body.

Particularly during the removal process, Paragard IUDs can break or fracture.

Broken IUD pieces may lacerate internal organs, migrate to other parts of the body, and trigger the need for additional surgery.

Surgery to treat injuries from IUD failure is often extensive and painful.

Some extreme cases of breaking and fracturing can require a follow-up hysterectomy.

Other potential injuries related to the device damaging the uterus and uterine wall.

Paragard IUD Complications and Injuries

There are reports of the Paragard IUD perforating womens’ uterus lining.

The Paragard website also mentions that the device could become “stuck in the uterus.”

This complicates its removal and could lead to further required surgery.

Women with an implanted copper IUD run the risk of pregnancy-related complications.

If a woman becomes pregnant with a device implanted, there is potential for an ectopic pregnancy.

As defined by the Mayo Clinic, an ectopic pregnancy is:

“When a fertilized egg implants and grows outside the main cavity of the uterus.”

Ectopic pregnancies most often occur in the fallopian tube and can lead to life-threatening bleeding and other complications.

Potential injuries from a broken Paragard device include, but are not limited to:

  • Internal bleeding
  • Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
  • Organ damage
  • Damage to the uterus and uterine cavity
  • Perforation of the uterus lining
  • Perforation of the cervix
  • Complications with pregnancy
  • Ectopic pregnancy
  • Infertility
  • Infection
  • Severe pain
  • Pseudotumor cerebri (PTC)
  • Fatal injuries to user
  • Fatal injuries to fetus

Paragard IUD General Side Effects

The most common Paragard side effects are less severe and part of the adjustment period.

According to Teva Pharmaceuticals, these side effects usually wear off after the first two or three months of use.

Paragard IUD General Side Effects

Some side effects are more severe and may require medical attention.

Paragard IUD general side effects include, but are not limited to:

  • Spotting between periods
  • Longer, heavier periods
  • Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
  • Expulsion
  • Vaginal discharge
  • Infections
  • Pain during sex
  • Allergic reactions
  • Anemia
  • Menstrual cramps
  • Perforation of the uterus
  • Difficulty removing the device

Paragard Lawsuits Filed for Device Breaking and Migration

Women across the United States have filed Paragard lawsuits against Teva Pharmaceuticals, claiming the company failed to warn users of the risks associated with the IUD.

If your Paragard IUD fractured during removal, and you subsequently suffered serious injuries or other complications, you may be eligible to join the thousands of other women who have filed Paragard Copper IUD Lawsuits.

Paragard Lawsuits Filed for Device Breaking and Migration

Contact TorHoerman Law for a free consultation.

You can also use the chatbot on this page to see if you qualify to file a Paragard Lawsuit.

New Paragard Lawsuits are able to be filed, and our Paragard IUD Failure legal team is prepared to help you seek financial compensation.

Teva Pharmaceuticals Failure To Warn Consumers

Many Paragard intrauterine device lawsuits allege that Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, the manufacturer of the Paragard IUD, failed to warn about the device’s potential to fracture or break during removal.

When a manufacturer fails to warn about increased risks and users suffer injuries, the manufacturer bears responsibility.

In failure to warn lawsuits, victims can earn back financial compensation for their:

  • Injuries
  • Medical bills
  • Lost wages
  • Pain and suffering
  • Other damages

Do I Qualify For A Paragard Lawsuit?

TorHoerman Law is currently accepting new clients in the Paragard lawsuit.

If you were implanted with a Paragard IUD and subsequently suffered injuries related to the Paragard IUD, you may be eligible for a Paragard IUD lawsuit.

Do I Qualify For A Paragard Lawsuit?

Qualifying injuries include:

  • Injuries from the device fracturing or splintering during removal
  • Uterus perforation
  • Complications from an ectopic pregnancy
  • Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
  • Excessive bleeding
  • Additional complications removing the device
  • Other injuries listed above

If you or a loved one suffered injuries resulting from the Paragard IUD, contact TorHoerman Law for a free, no-obligation case consultation with a Paragard injury lawyer today.

Want to find out if you qualify right away?

Use our chatbot below to receive a free, instant online case evaluation to find out if you qualify for compensation.

Filing A Paragard IUD Lawsuit

Filing A Paragard IUD Lawsuit

There are a few steps that you should take before filing a Paragard lawsuit.

These steps include:

  • Mitigating injuries
  • Familiarizing yourself with the civil lawsuit process
  • Consulting with a Pargard injury lawyer

Mitigation

The first step in filing a Paragard IUD lawsuit is to mitigate damages incurred as a result of your injury.

Filing A Paragard IUD Lawsuit; Mitigation

In order to mitigate your damages, you should:

  • Seek proper medical treatment for your injuries
  • Get an exact diagnosis of your injuries
  • Follow your doctor’s orders
  • Discuss the process of removing the Paragard device, if possible, with your doctor
  • Do everything in your power to minimize the severity & effect of your injuries

Mitigation is an important step in the process of building a strong & honest claim.

Talk To A Paragard Lawyer

Before talking with an attorney, you should familiarize yourself with the civil litigation process so that you know what to expect of your Paragard lawsuit.

Then, consider hiring a personal injury lawyer to act as your Paragard lawyer.

Your state’s statute of limitations may impact the time you have to take legal action after your injuries were either discovered or diagnosed, so it is important to consult a Paragard lawyer right away for insight on any potential filing deadlines.

At TorHoerman Law, we offer free, no-obligation case consultations for all potential clients.

Contact us to learn about the next steps you need to take – we won’t charge you for our time and we don’t expect you to commit to our firm if you do not feel that it is a good fit.

Hiring A Paragard Injury Lawyer

You should seek legal assistance from an attorney or law firm with the experience and skill necessary to win your lawsuit.

At TorHoerman Law, we have a team of attorneys with years of success litigating medical malpractice and defective medical device lawsuits.

Hiring A Paragard Injury Lawyer

What Will My Attorney Do?

Once you have hired a Paragard lawyer to represent you, your lawyer will begin building a case against Paragard manufacturer Teva Pharmaceutical.

What Will My Attorney Do?

Some of the roles of your attorney include:

  • Proving liability for your injuries
  • Gathering evidence to strengthen your claim
  • Assessing damages that you incurred as a result of your injury
  • Navigating the complex civil litigation process
  • Litigating on behalf of your interests
  • Working to gain you compensation for the damages you incurred through a negotiated settlement or verdict

Your Paragard injury lawyer will take care of the litigation process so that you can focus on what really matters, recovery.

How Much Does A Paragard Lawyer Cost?

At TorHoerman Law, we operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning that we do not charge our clients any legal fees until after they have been awarded compensation through a verdict or negotiated settlement.

No compensation – no legal fees.

If we do not win your case, we will foot the entire bill for all legal costs incurred.

That is our way of guaranteeing to our clients that we only take cases we believe we can win and that we are as dedicated as our clients to getting the best possible outcome from their case.

Gathering Evidence for Your Paragard Lawsuit

Evidence is important in any lawsuit, but it especially important for a Paragard IUD Lawsuit.

Gathering Evidence for Your Paragard Lawsuit

Potential evidence for a Paragard Lawsuit may include:

  • Medical records
  • Doctor’s notes
  • Device information
  • Surgical treatment and hospital records
  • Any other evidence related to your Paragard IUD and subsequent medical treatment

Assessing Damages in a Paragard Lawsuit

Damages refer to the total losses incurred as a result of an incident or injury.

Paragard injuries are often severe and require extensive surgical treatment.

The impacts of Paragard injuries and complications reach far beyond the injury and recovery themselves.

Assessing Damages in a Paragard Lawsuit

Paragard injuries may be life-altering and require medical treatment throughout a person’s life.

Potential damages in a Paragard Lawsuit may include: 

  • Medical bills
  • Future medical expenses
  • Lost wages or earning capabilities
  • Lost quality of life
  • Permanent disability
  • Loss of consortium
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional damages
  • Other potential compensatory and punitive damages

Your Paragard Lawyer will help you assess, determine, and calculate the damages in your case.

Reach out to us for more information.

TorHoerman Law: Your Paragard IUD Lawyers

With over a century in combined litigation experience and more than $4 billion awarded to clients in our litigations, our results and expertise speak for themselves.

TorHoerman Law focuses on helping those injured through no fault of their own.

We are dedicated to our practice of holding pharmaceutical companies and medical device manufacturers accountable for their greed-driven actions that put consumers at risk.

We offer free, zero-obligation case evaluations for all of our clients.

Contact us today for a free consultation.

You can also use the chatbot on this page to find out if you qualify to file a Paragard Lawsuit instantly.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do I qualify for a Paragard lawsuit?

    You may qualify to file a Paragard lawsuit if you or a loved one received a Paragard IUD device, and subsequently suffered injuries related to:

    • Device fracture
    • Migration
    • Defect
    • Infection
    • Extreme pain

    Many women injured by the Paragard IUD have had to undergo serious medical treatments such as surgery and hysterectomy.

  • What is my Paragard lawsuit worth?

    The value of a lawsuit depends on specific details of each individual case, so it is best to consult with an attorney to get a more accurate estimation of your case value.

    Our Paragard attorneys estimate that average Paragard settlements will range between $10,000 to $400,000.

    These estimations are by no means a guarantee of compensation for your Paragard Lawsuit, they are merely estimations based on settlement discussions and prior mass tort cases involving defective medical devices.

  • Is Paragard dangerous?

    The Paragard IUD has been linked to a number of adverse health risks related to device migration, breaking, and device fracture.

  • Is there a recall on the Paragard IUD?

    No. There is currently no active Paragard recall.

  • Is the Paragard IUD Approved by the FDA?

    Despite the serious complications and adverse events associated with the Paragard IUD, the US Food and Drug Administration has upheld approval for the IUD device.

  • What is the Status of the Paragard Litigation?

    The Paragard Lawsuit is centralized in multidistrict litigation (MDL) in the US District Court for the Northern District of Georgia.

    The first Paragard bellwether trial is scheduled for March 2024.

    Bellwether trials are a small consolidation of lawsuits, taken from a larger group of similar cases, to be tried first.

    The bellwether trial is like a practice run to help anticipate the results of future similar cases.

    The first bellwether trials will help indicate what average settlement amounts could be.

    In terms of Paragard Lawsuits, bellwether trials will be representative of most Paragard victims’ cases.

  • Is There a Paragard Class Action Lawsuit?

    Paragard Lawsuits for fracture, migration and other related injuries are consolidated in the Paragard multidistrict litigation (MDL).

    Multidistrict litigation (MDL) is a special federal legal procedure designed to speed up and streamline complex lawsuits that largely allege the same injuries or serious complications.

    The Paragard MDL is different from a class action lawsuit.

    In the event of a global Paragard settlement in the MDL, settlements would be distributed according to the specific details of your case.

    In class action lawsuits, settlements are evenly distributed amongst all claimants.

  • What is an IUD?

    An IUD, or intrauterine device, is a form of birth control that is inserted into the uterus to provide long-term birth control and prevent pregnancy.

    It is made of plastic and/or copper, and can stay in place for several years.

    There are two types of IUDs: hormonal and non-hormonal.

    Hormonal IUDs release progestin, which thickens cervical mucus and thins the lining of the uterus, making it difficult for sperm to fertilize an egg.

    Non-hormonal IUDs, like the Paragard IUD, contain copper.

    The presence of copper creates an environment that is toxic to sperm, preventing fertilization.

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