Stomach pain can be symptomatic of many things. If you experience abdominal pain from the Depo birth control shot, it could be harmless, but it could also be a sign of an ectopic pregnancy. This condition is serious, possibly life-threatening, and you should seek immediate medical treatment.
Depo-Provera lawsuit lawyers are learning more about what it means if you have abdominal pain after the Depo shot. They are also pursuing compensation for clients injured by this birth control method. A law firm will listen to your version of events and review the merits of your claim at no cost or obligation. A free consultation will help you learn more about your rights and the Depo shot maker’s obligations.
Can You Sue for Ectopic Pregnancy After the Depo Shot?
If you experienced a dangerous ectopic pregnancy after taking medroxyprogesterone acetate injections, you could be entitled to compensation. You could also sue if a loved one passed away due to an ectopic pregnancy caused by this form of birth control. A lawyer can help you fight to hold the drug manufacturer accountable for your compromised health or the wrongful death of your loved one.
These personal injury claims are complicated, but you do not have to take on the challenges alone. A Depo shot attorney can help you prove a connection between the Depo shot and your ectopic pregnancy.
How Can You Prove the Depo Shot Caused an Ectopic Pregnancy?
Your product liability lawsuit against a Depo-Provera manufacturer will require a strong collection of evidence. Much of it will be medical and technical and require the support of a medical expert.
If a personal injury lawyer represents you, they will work together with your medical team to prove a link between the contraceptive injection and your ectopic pregnancy. Your attorney will also collect your medical records, bills, and prognosis.
These items will become part of your case file, and your lawyer will use them to prove your right to compensation and fight for a fair financial recovery. Your evidence file will also contain evidence that documents the financial toll of your diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.
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(855) 529-0269Are Victims Filing Other Lawsuits Against Depo Shot Manufacturers?
Additional potential side effects of this hormonal contraceptive include:
- Meningioma brain tumors (The British Medical Journal (BMJ) identified a link between this type of tumor and the Depo shot)
- Loss of bone mineral density, leading to osteoporosis
- Dangerous blood clots
- Increased risk of breast cancer
- Ovarian cysts
- Weight gain
- Depression
- Irregular or heavy menstrual bleeding
- Hair loss
- Injection site reactions
- Allergic reactions
Many women are joining together and forming a mass tort claim seeking compensation for the product manufacturer’s failure to disclose these risks. Mass tort claims involve multiple injured parties seeking damages from a shared defendant or defendants. If you took at least two Depo shots and were diagnosed with meningioma or another adverse health condition, you could qualify for compensation.
Which Depo Shot Maker Can You Sue for Financial Compensation?
Pfizer manufactures the Depo shot. Users of its brand-name products, Depo-Provera and Depo-SubQ Provera, can pursue damages against Pfizer. Users of the following authorized generic forms can also seek damages against these companies:
- A‐S Medication Solutions
- Greenstone LLC
- Pharmacia & Upjohn Company, LLC
- Prasco Laboratories
- Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Collect your prescription and medical records. They will prove when your doctor prescribed this birth control shot, when they administered it, and how many doses you received.
How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Depo Shot Attorney?
Most personal injury law firms work on a contingency fee basis. No one should forego legal service when they need it most or attempt to cope with a serious injury and legal claim at the same time out of concern for its costs.
In lieu of a hefty retainer or hourly attorney’s fees, personal injury lawyers receive a percentage of your financial recovery. The firm covers all the costs of preparing the case, and you only compensate them if you get a financial award. If you don’t receive compensation, you will owe no attorney fees.
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You Could Be Entitled to Compensation for Depo Shot Abdominal Pain or a Brain Tumor
Any adverse medical condition that results from Depo shot use can result in long-term medical care and expenses. Diagnosing and treating an ectopic pregnancy can mean costly ultrasounds, blood tests, and laparoscopic procedures, per the Mayo Clinic.
Similarly, diagnosing and treating a meningioma brain tumor can mean imaging exams, radiation, surgery, and rehabilitation. In addition to your medical bills, your recoverable damages can include:
- Current and future lost wages
- Lost future earning potential
- Physical pain and suffering
- Mental and emotional anguish
- Disability and disfigurement
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Your legal team will document your losses and file your lawsuit according to the statute of limitations.
You Have a Limited Time to File a Lawsuit Against a Depo Shot Manufacturer
Suing a drug manufacturer for failure to fully disclose the risks and side effects of the Depo shot is a time-sensitive legal matter. In Florida, per Florida Statutes § 95.11, you generally have:
- Two years to file your personal injury lawsuit
- Two years to file your wrongful death lawsuit
If you live in another state, the filing deadline may differ. Leave the complications of the statute of limitations to your legal team. They can accurately interpret the filing deadline and file your lawsuit on time.
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If you have abdominal pain after the Depo shot, seek immediate medical attention. If you were not warned about the possible side effects of this injectable contraceptive and suffered an ectopic pregnancy or other adverse effects because of it, you could have the right to seek financial compensation.
If you took the Depo shot and it damaged your health, you could be entitled to a monetary recovery. We pride ourselves on client service and support and will even come to you, if needed, to handle your claim. Contact our consultation team at Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers to learn more.
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