Women across South Carolina are experiencing severe health complications after their Paragard IUDs broke during removal, leaving behind fragments that necessitated additional surgeries to remove. The manufacturer, Teva Pharmaceuticals, failed to provide adequate warnings to patients and healthcare providers about the significant risk of device breakage. Joye Law Firm is fighting for women who have endured these traumatic and painful complications.

If you or someone you love has suffered complications from a Paragard IUD breaking during removal or while implanted, you may be entitled to significant compensation. At Joye Law Firm, our South Carolina Paragard lawsuit attorneys have the expertise and commitment needed to hold the manufacturers responsible for their negligence.

Take our simple online eligibility quiz to determine if you qualify for a Paragard lawsuit.

What Is Paragard and Why Is It Dangerous?

Paragard is a copper intrauterine device promoted as a hormone-free birth control solution that can remain effective for up to 10 years. The device consists of a T-shaped plastic frame wrapped with copper wire, featuring two arms that extend horizontally to maintain proper positioning within the uterus.

Unlike hormonal contraceptives, Paragard works by releasing copper ions that create an environment hostile to sperm, preventing pregnancy without introducing hormones into the body. This made it particularly appealing to women seeking effective, long-term contraception without hormonal side effects.

However, a serious safety issue has been identified. The arms of the Paragard IUD can become increasingly brittle over time, causing them to break during removal procedures. When breakage occurs, sharp fragments can remain embedded in uterine tissue, often requiring invasive follow-up surgeries including hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, or in severe cases, hysterectomy to remove all pieces.

The FDA has documented hundreds of adverse event reports related to Paragard breakage. Medical research published in journals such as Contraception and The Journal of Family Planning has confirmed numerous instances where Paragard devices fractured during removal, leading to serious complications including:

  • Uterine wall perforation
  • Migration of fragments to surrounding organs
  • Serious infection
  • Permanent scarring and potential fertility issues
  • Need for multiple surgical interventions

Despite accumulating evidence of these risks, Teva Pharmaceuticals consistently failed to provide adequate warnings to patients and doctors about the possibility of device breakage during removal, leaving South Carolina women unprepared for these potentially life-altering complications.

Legal Basis for Filing a Paragard Claim

South Carolina women injured by Paragard IUDs have compelling legal grounds to seek compensation. Joye Law Firm is helping residents throughout the state build strong cases based on these fundamental legal theories:
Failure to Warn

The manufacturer failed to adequately disclose the significant risk of Paragard breaking during removal, depriving women of their right to make fully informed decisions about their reproductive health.
Defective Design

The Paragard IUD’s arms become increasingly brittle with extended use, creating a dangerous tendency to break during removal – a critical design flaw the manufacturer should have identified and addressed.
Manufacturing Negligence

Evidence suggests potential quality control issues in the manufacturing process may have contributed to the device’s tendency to break, putting countless women at risk.
Implied Warranty Breach

By marketing Paragard as safe and fully removable, the manufacturer established an implied warranty that the device would function as intended – a promise broken for many South Carolina women.

Who Qualifies to File a Paragard Lawsuit?

You may be eligible to file a Paragard lawsuit if you meet these key criteria:

First, you must have had a Paragard IUD inserted as your birth control method. Cases involving devices implanted after 2010 generally have stronger standing in the current litigation.

Second, you must have experienced one of these specific complications:

  • The Paragard device broke during the removal procedure, with one or both arms breaking off
  • You required an additional surgical procedure to remove broken Paragard fragments
  • Your Paragard fractured while still implanted, necessitating surgical intervention

Women who had their devices removed before 2017 typically do not qualify for the current litigation. Additionally, if you received a replacement Paragard after the initial device broke, this may affect your case assessment.

The duration of implantation is also relevant. Women who had the device in place for less than the recommended 10-year maximum generally have stronger claims than those who exceeded this timeframe.

The Paragard attorneys at Joye Law Firm understand the physical and emotional suffering these complications cause. Through our comprehensive online case evaluation, we’ll help determine if you qualify for compensation and guide you through the legal process with compassion and dedication.

Steps to Take After Paragard Complications

If you’ve experienced complications from a broken Paragard IUD, taking specific steps can safeguard both your health and legal rights. Joye Law Firm recommends these important actions:
Prioritize Medical Care

Seek immediate medical attention for any symptoms, creating clear documentation connecting your injuries to the Paragard device.
Maintain Records

Collect and preserve all medical records related to your Paragard insertion, complications, and removal procedures to strengthen your potential claim.
Understand Compensation

South Carolina victims may recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional trauma caused by defective Paragard devices.
Timely Legal Consultation

South Carolina’s statute of limitations restricts the time available to file your claim, making prompt consultation with Joye Law Firm essential.

Get Your Instant Online Case Evaluation

Don’t postpone seeking justice if you’ve been harmed by a broken Paragard IUD. South Carolina law limits the time you have to file your claim. Joye Law Firm offers a free, instant online case evaluation to quickly determine if you qualify for compensation. Take action now to protect your rights and join other South Carolina women demanding accountability from Paragard’s manufacturer.
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