Hundreds of women have brought lawsuits against the manufacturer of Paragard T 380A IUD which have been consolidated into a multidistrict litigation (MDL) in the Northern District of Georgia. Paragard IUD lawsuits claim that Teva Pharmaceuticals manufactured a defective contraceptive device and failed to warn physicians about the risk of the device fracturing in the body or upon removal, and knowingly marketed the device as safe and easy to remove.
What Is Paragard?
The Paragard IUD is a hormone-free form of birth control made of polyethylene wrapped in copper wire. Approved for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1984, since 1994, Paragard has been approved for up to 10 years of use. The copper in Paragard causes a spermicide effect that is said to have more than a 99 percent effectiveness rate for preventing pregnancy and also functions as emergency contraception if implanted within five days after unprotected sex.
Recovering Damages in a Paragard Lawsuit
Many of the negligence claims being made against Teva Pharmaceuticals allege that Paragard had a defective design, manufacturing defect, and improper labeling. Law firms are currently accepting cases from Paragard victims who sustained the following injuries:
- IUD breaking upon removal
- IUD breaking or fracturing in the body after implantation
- Hysterectomy after the IUD breaks
- Perforation of the cervix or wall of the uterus after the IUD breaks
- Scarring and damage to other organs after the IUD breaks
- Death
Some of the monetary damages those injured by the Paragard IUD could be eligible to recover include:
- Medical expenses
- Lost earnings
- Pain and suffering
- Permanent injury
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Some Paragard users needed surgery following a failed removal of the broken device. These surgeries include hysterectomy, caesarian, and other exploratory surgery to locate and remove fractured IUD pieces still inside their bodies.
If you or someone you love has suffered injuries as a result of a broken or fractured Paragard IUD we can help. Contact the attorneys of Childers, Schlueter & Smith for a free case evaluation and consultation. Our experienced attorneys will work closely with you and fight for the maximum compensation on your behalf.