Rhode Island Depo-Provera Lawsuit Lawyer

You may qualify for compensation if you or a loved one developed meningiomas (a form of brain tumor) after using Depo-Provera. In this situation, you can reach out to a Depo-Provera lawsuit lawyer from our team at Gemma Law for professional help. 

A Rhode Island product liability lawyer from our firm can review your situation and determine if you qualify to file a claim to secure compensation for your medical bills, lost pay, pain, suffering, and other losses. 

We have over four decades of legal experience that we can apply to your claim. Find out more by calling or filling out our online contact form. 

When to Contact a Depo-Provera Lawsuit Lawyer in Rhode Island

You should reach out to a Rhode Island personal injury lawyer for help if you or a loved one develop meningiomas due to the usage of:

• Depo-Provera
• Depo-SubQ Provera 104
• Authorized generic forms of Depo-Provera

An attorney can quickly review your situation and help you understand your legal options in this situation.

Getting help immediately means you’ll have professionals on your side to handle all legal matters while you focus on your medical needs. 

Who Do You Sue Through a Depo-Provera Lawsuit?

Current Depo-Provera lawsuits moving through the legal system focus on allowing plaintiffs to sue Pfizer, the manufacturer of Depo-Provera. These lawsuits argue that Pfizer either knew or should have known that a link existed between Depo-Provera and an increased risk of developing brain tumors. 

Note that Pfizer had not updated the warning labels of Depo-Provera to reflect this risk as of November 2024. 

Pfizer Faced Lawsuits Over Depo-Provera in the Past

Pfizer previously faced legal action because the company failed to appropriately warn patients about risks associated with bone mineral density loss when using Depo-Provera. The company ended up paying over $2 million to plaintiffs for these claims. 

Does Depo-Provera Cause Cancer?

A national case study on the use of progestogens and the risk of intracranial meningioma showed that certain progestogens, including medroxyprogesterone acetate (a hormone used in Depo-Provera), significantly increase the chance of individuals developing intracranial meningiomas. 

The study collected data from over 18,000 women. The study findings indicate that individuals using Depo-Provera may face five times higher risks of developing these brain tumors. 

Note that studies indicate that the higher risk of developing tumors only occurs in patients who use Depo-Provera for a year or more. Additionally, only around 10-15% of these tumors become cancerous. 

How Your Attorney Can Help with a Depo-Provera Lawsuit

Our team at Gemma Law can assist you with all aspects of your legal claim if you need to file a Depo-Provera lawsuit. We can:

Answer All Your Legal Questions

Contact us if you need information about your eligibility to file a Depo-Provera lawsuit. We offer clients like you a risk-free initial consultation to discuss whether or not you should pursue a legal claim. 

Collect Evidence

We can gather evidence to establish a connection between your usage of Depo-Provera and the development of a tumor. For example, your Rhode Island Depo-Provera lawsuit lawyer may need to collect testimony from medical experts and your medical records. 

Resolve Your Claim

Finally, our team can explore all options to resolve your claim if you develop a tumor after the usage of Depo-Provera. In some cases, we may negotiate with the insurance company that represents the liable party, allowing you to settle out of court.

However, we also have the training and resources to represent you in court if you need to sue Pfizer. We get results for individuals and their families, and we’re prepared to review your specific needs today. 

Compensation Available Through a Depo-Provera Lawsuit

Our legal team can take steps to help you secure compensation for all the losses you experience due to healthcare issues caused by Depo-Provera. Depending on your circumstances, you may need compensation for your:

Medical Expenses

You may face extremely high healthcare costs for the treatment of meningiomas. Our team can take steps to bring you funds to pay for:

• CT scans and MRIs required to diagnose your condition
• Surgeries
• Chemotherapy
• Radiation therapy

Doctors may utilize several forms of radiation therapy, including:

• Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS)
• Fractionated stereotactic radiotherapy (SRT)
• Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT)
• Proton beam radiation

We know how expensive these treatments can become and stand ready to fight to bring you fair compensation. 

Lost Wages

Your attorney may also help you secure funds to cover the wages you lose while off work to recover from your meningiomas. In some cases, you may receive funds to address your lost earning potential. 

Pain and Suffering

The liable party may need to cover the non-economic losses you experience after developing meningiomas due to Depo-Provera usage. For example, Pfizer may need to cover your emotional distress, pain, and mental anguish. 

Time Limits to File a Depo-Provera Lawsuit

The deadlines to file a Depo-Provera claim will vary based on where you live and other factors. Our team can review your situation and provide information about the specific deadlines related to your claim. 

We’ll keep your case moving through the legal system and do everything possible to expedite the process. However, large claims involving many plaintiffs and big companies may take significant time to resolve.

We’ll stick with you every step of the way as we protect your life and secure your future.

Talk to Us About a Depo-Provera Claim

You can work with a Rhode Island Depo-Provera lawsuit attorney from our team at Gemma Law. We’re ready to help with all your legal needs, drawing on our decades of experience, training, and resources. 

You can learn more about your next steps when you call or complete our online contact form.