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You and your doctors often make healthcare decisions about treatments based on whether the benefits outweigh the potential side effects. What happens when you base your decision off incomplete information or if the information is withheld from you? What if you suffer serious complications or side effects as a result? For some women who chose to use the Paragard IUD, that is exactly the situation they find themselves in today.
Has the Paragard IUD caused you serious health complications or side effects? Then you may be entitled to financial compensation for your injuries. To find out more about your legal rights and if you have a case against the manufacturer, contact the product liability attorneys at The Driscoll Firm, LLC.
We offer a no-obligation consultation. All you have to do is call us at 800-900-7704 or fill out our online contact form. Take our Paragard quiz to learn more about whether you may qualify for financial compensation.
The company that manufactures the birth control device Paragard markets the device as a safe and non-hormonal, long-term birth control option for women. The Paragard IUD is made from plastic and includes coils of copper wrapped around the base and arms of the T-shaped device.
The manufacturer states that the device is over 99 percent effective at preventing pregnancy and can be worn for up to 10 years. There is no complicated surgery needed. The device can be inserted into the uterus by a qualified physician with one in-office visit.
Sounds like a great option for women looking for a non-hormonal way to prevent pregnancy and take control of their bodies and reproductive health. Unfortunately, what the manufacturer did not disclose, is that the device can cause serious health complications.
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read moreWhy is Paragard so dangerous? Since gaining FDA approval in 1984, the device has become a popular option with modern women, especially those that are looking for long-term pregnancy prevention without the side effects some hormones can cause. As its popularity began to take off, more and more women began coming forward with complaints about the device breaking apart upon removal. The medical community began to document these reports and the damage caused by the device’s breakdown.
The device breaking while implanted in the uterus or during removal is a serious cause for concern. The broken pieces can be sharp and cause puncturing, scratching, bleeding, and other serious damage to the uterus. The only recourse a woman has for retrieving the broken pieces of the Paragard IUD is surgery.
Other documented medical reports refute the manufacturer's claims that the device is suited for long-term use and pregnancy prevention. These reports detailing the early removal of the Paragard IUD claim that the device did not hold up to its expected lifespan.
The defective medical device attorneys at The Driscoll Firm, LLC understand what a frightening experience a Paragard failure can be. One office visit can turn into emergency surgery and leave you struggling to handle the emotional, physical, and financial consequences of this event.
The legal team with The Driscoll Firm, LLC is ready to listen to your story and help you hold the manufacturer accountable for their negligence. To find out if you may be entitled to compensation, take our Paragard IUD quiz.
As a woman, you made a responsible choice about your body, your healthcare, and your future. You weighed all the information at hand and made a decision based on that information. If you had been told about the potential for breakage and serious complications, would you have made the same choice?
It’s impossible to say because you weren’t given that choice. The manufacturer did not disclose that breakage upon removal was a concern. Now you are left with internal scars, both physical and emotional. You may also be struggling financially as medical bills for an unexpected procedure or surgery begin to mount. What can you do to recover from this situation? To begin, you can call the experienced product liability team at The Driscoll Firm, LLC for support and answers.
At The Driscoll Firm, LLC, our dedicated product liability attorneys are committed to protecting your rights and working diligently to hold giant pharmaceutical companies accountable for their negligence. Many victims end up suffering in silence because they think hiring an attorney is too expensive, or that it’s too difficult and complicated to go up against a large-scale drug manufacturer.
The fact of the matter is, you deserve financial compensation for your injuries, and the team at The Driscoll Firm, LLC can help you navigate the legal system to secure it. We aren’t afraid of using our resources and experience to go after pharmaceutical conglomerates.
If you’ve been injured as a result of using the Paragard IUD, you need support, compassion, and compensation. At The Driscoll Firm, LLC, we aim to provide you with all three. To talk about your potential case and how we may be able to help you seek financial compensation, contact us at 800-900-7704 today. You may also want to get more information by taking our easy Paragard IUD quiz to see if you may qualify for financial compensation.
So far, according to data collected by the FDA, over 40,000 claims of adverse reactions from using the Paragard IUD have been reported. This number includes over 16,600 serious cases of injury and 15 deaths. Lawsuits against the manufacturer have already begun, and more are expected to follow as reports of problems continue to grow.
Women who have suffered serious complications due to the use of Paragard may be able to recover financial compensation for their injuries. Some of the most common claims that lawsuits against the manufacturer are making include:
If you experienced serious complications during the removal of the Paragard IUD, or the device broke while in use, you may have a claim against the manufacturer. Other serious complications and side effects, including ectopic pregnancy, may also mean you are entitled to file a lawsuit.
For more information about whether your situation qualifies you to file a lawsuit seeking financial compensation against the makers of the Paragard IUD, contact the law firm of The Driscoll Firm, LLC to schedule a case evaluation and learn more about your legal options.
Our experienced product liability attorneys will listen to your account and review your case. During the initial evaluation, we will ask questions and begin the process of piecing together the circumstances that resulted in your injuries or side effects. During this process, we will be able to determine whether your case may be eligible for filing a lawsuit.
While we’ll lay out the facts of your case, we’ll never pressure you into making a decision. What we will do is offer you support and peace of mind that you have the ability and legal rights to hold those who harmed you accountable for their actions.
If you or someone you love has been injured or suffered serious side effects from using or removing a Paragard IUD, you may be able to seek financial compensation for the following:
Each case has its own unique set of circumstances, and the types and the amount of compensation you may be entitled to can vary. For a more detailed account of what you could be owed, contact the law firm of The Driscoll Firm, LLC for a case evaluation.
You made a choice that was supposed to be beneficial to your health. Instead, you suffered significant side effects and complications. Manufacturers have a responsibility to provide the public with full and accurate information about the products they provide. When they fail, or their product causes harm to consumers, they must be held accountable and shown that negligent behavior will not be tolerated.
If you or a loved one has been injured by the Paragard IUD birth control device, contact the experienced product liability team at The Driscoll Firm, LLC. We want to help you get the financial compensation you deserve. Call today at 800-900-7704 to set up a free, no-obligation case evaluation. Don’t hesitate to take our Paragard IUD quiz to learn more about your options.
