Pfizer is being sued due to its failure to fully disclose the risks of taking its birth control shot, Depo-Provera. Patients and their legal teams allege the company knew, or should have known, about a link between Depo and an increased risk of patients developing a specific type of brain tumor.
Our Depo-Provera lawyers are identifying clients, gathering medical and other records and information, and forming mass tort claims seeking damages.
You are not alone, and you do not have to take on a huge drug company and its insurers on your own. If you are wondering whether you may have a case, you could get a free injury claim review.
Doing so can help you understand the company’s responsibilities and your possible rights to financial compensation.
Is Pfizer the Only Depo-Provera Manufacturer Facing These Claims?
No, plaintiffs are also seeking compensation after receiving certain authorized generic shots. These drug manufacturers include:
- A‐S Medication Solutions
- Greenstone LLC
- Pharmacia & Upjohn Company LLC (Pfizer is a subsidiary.)
- Prasco Laboratories
- Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.
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(855) 529-0269What Is a Meningioma Brain Tumor and What Are Its Symptoms?
The Cleveland Clinic defines a meningioma as a tumor that forms and grows on the layers of tissue surrounding your brain and spinal column. It is rarely cancerous but can leave its sufferers with troubling, sometimes debilitating, symptoms, including:
- Headaches and dizziness
- Nausea and vomiting
- Vision and hearing loss
- Seizures
- Behavioral issues
- Memory loss
- Changed reflexes
- Limited muscle weakness
- Paralysis
A BMJ study from 2024 found an increased risk of meningioma development in Depo-Provera users.
Is This Type of Tumor the Only Known Risk of Taking the Depo-Provera Shot?
Depo-Provera claims are being filed for health concerns beyond the recent brain tumor connection to its use. Additional claims cite a connection to:
- Pseudotumor cerebri: Per the Cleveland Clinic, this condition causes pressure to build up in the brain. It can mimic a brain tumor and cause vision loss if left undetected or untreated.
- Decreased bone density: Lawsuits settled in 2021 claim Depo-Provera significantly decreases bone density in its users, which could lead to osteopenia and osteoporosis. In 2004, Pfizer added a warning about these conditions to its Depo-Provera labels.
Have Any Depo-Provera Lawsuits Reached a Settlement?
As of December 2024, it does not appear that any Depo-Provera meningioma lawsuits have been settled. Many lawsuits have been and are still being filed against Pfizer and other makers of Depo-Provera.
We will update with any settlements or verdicts that come through in this case.
What Types of Damages Are Being Sought for Depo-Provera Lawsuits?
Diagnosing, treating, and living with a brain tumor can take a physical, psychological, and financial toll. Clients joining mass tort claims are seeking the following types of damages:
- Medical bills: Diagnosis, treatment, rehab, therapy, medications, surgeries, and all other costs associated with your treatment plan and recovery.
- Lost wages: Full- and part-time wages, freelance and consultancy income, and all other income losses, including vacation days, benefits, and future earning capacity.
- Pain and suffering: Compensation for the discomfort you experience related to your treatment and the recovery process.
- Loss of enjoyment of life: Compensation for forced changes to your physical ability and your ability to engage in previously enjoyed hobbies and activities.
In some cases, meningiomas are fatal. If you lost a loved one, we can seek justice for you.
You do not have to document your compensation request on your own. A lawyer in your area will assess your damages and fight for a fair financial recovery.
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Could I Qualify to Sue Pfizer?
Drug companies have a legal responsibility to notify their consumers of all the risks associated with their products. Patients who used one of two Pfizer products—Depo‐Provera or Depo‐SubQ Provera—qualify to seek compensation if they also meet these two criteria:
- Received two or more Depo-Provera shots
- Were diagnosed with a meningioma brain tumor
A recent study cites a correlation between the use of these medications and an increased risk of developing an injection DNA brain tumor.
A personal injury lawyer from our firm can help you define other qualifications and join a mass tort injury claim.
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(855) 529-0269You Have a Limited Time to Sue Pfizer Over Depo-Provera Injury Claims
Every U.S. state has a statute of limitations that defines how much time you have to file a personal injury lawsuit. Even in mass tort claims, these filing deadlines apply and are a mandatory part of your injury claim.
Statutes of limitations vary from state to state, so the best way to understand how long you have to file a Depo-Provera lawsuit is to discuss your case with a lawyer. Our team can manage deadlines and file your lawsuit on time and in the appropriate venue.
Can I Afford a Depo-Provera Lawsuit Lawyer?
Yes. Many people forgo legal help because they think they cannot afford a retainer for an attorney. That’s not the case with our team. You pay absolutely no upfront fees when you work with our team. There is no retainer or hourly fees when you enlist our help.
Instead, we will receive an agreed-upon percentage of your final award, so you aren’t paying for our help out of pocket. And it’s important to note that we work on contingency. We only get paid if you do.
There is no risk when you work with our team.
Find Out if You Qualify to Sue Pfizer for Depo-Provera Brain Tumor Claims
If you relied on Depo-Provera for birth control and were later diagnosed with an injection DNA brain tumor, you could be entitled to compensation. Our law firm is preparing personal injury claims for injured clients.
Learn more about why Pfizer is being sued over Depo-Provera and your right to seek damages. Contact our team at Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers for your free claim review.
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