ParaGard IUD Lawsuit Lawyers in New York

The ParaGard IUD is a copper intrauterine device alleged to break or fracture during removal, leaving pieces embedded in the uterus, fallopian tubes, or abdomen. Plaintiffs across the country — including women in New York — have filed product liability lawsuits against Teva Pharmaceuticals and CooperSurgical, claiming the device was defectively designed and that manufacturers failed to warn patients of the fracture risk. Cases have been consolidated into a federal multidistrict litigation (MDL) in the Northern District of Georgia.

New York women who had a ParaGard IUD removed and experienced device breakage, retained fragments, perforation, or required surgical intervention may be eligible to file a claim. You typically need documented medical records showing the device broke during or after removal and that you suffered injury as a result. A product liability attorney can evaluate whether your specific facts support a viable lawsuit.

Under New York CPLR §214, personal injury claims — including product liability suits — must generally be filed within three years of the date of injury. For IUD cases, the clock typically begins when the device fractured or when you discovered (or reasonably should have discovered) the injury. Because deadlines can be complex in medical device cases, consult an attorney as soon as possible to protect your right to sue.

Injured plaintiffs in product liability cases may seek compensation for medical expenses (including surgery to remove broken fragments), lost wages, pain and suffering, and future medical costs. The specific value of any claim depends on the severity of your injuries, your documented losses, and the facts of your case — no outcome is guaranteed, but an experienced NY attorney can assess what damages you may be entitled to pursue.