In 2020, a group of women filed Paragard IUD removal lawsuits against Teva Pharmaceuticals and CooperSurgical, alleging that the Paragard Intrauterine Device breaks upon removal because it is made with inferior and inflexible polyethylene and barium sulfate.
NRS Injury Law is closely monitoring the Paragard class action lawsuit and is prepared to advocate for fair treatment for patients who have been harmed by defective intrauterine devices.
Paragard Multidistrict Litigation: What We Know So Far
The Paragard copper IUD lawsuit has been ongoing for five years and currently involves thousands of plaintiffs in all 50 states. The basis of the lawsuit is that the Paragard IUD is made of a material that does not maintain its integrity for the ten-year duration for which the IUD is advertised.
In many cases, plastic components of the IUD that are coated in copper have become rigid and break during removal, resulting in sharp pieces of plastic remaining lodged inside the patient’s uterus. The lawsuit also alleges that Teva Pharmaceuticals and CooperSurgical were aware of the hidden defects in the plastic components of the IUD. Yet, they failed to correct the issue or warn patients of the associated risks.
Alleged consequences of IUD breakage have included:
- Infertility
- Chronic pain
- Disfigurement
- Permanent injuries
- Reproductive harm
- Lasting impairments
Does the Paragard IUD Lawsuit Apply to You? Facts About Paragard Mass Tort Litigation
New Paragard cases continue to get filed and added to the Paragard multidistrict litigation. As of August 2025, there is still time to add new cases to the suit, as the judge will oversee a consolidated “group discovery” process between the plaintiffs and defendants at a later time. Once the discovery process is complete, the case will move into a bellwether trial phase, currently scheduled for January 20, 2026.[1]
Numerous reports regarding faulty Paragard IUDs were filed between 2009 and 2021. Consequently, much of the case hinges on the fact that Teva Pharmaceuticals and CooperSurgical allegedly knew their product was faulty. Yet, they didn’t enhance their warnings for doctors or patients, nor did they issue a recall. If, in fact, Teva Pharmaceuticals and CooperSurgical knew their product was flawed, thousands of women have potentially been harmed by the negligence of these companies.
For those asking, “Does the Paragard case apply to me?” the following criteria must be met:
- The plaintiff had a Paragard IUD implanted for birth control
- The device fractured or broke at any time that it was inside the plaintiff’s body
- The plaintiff suffered harm due to the breakage (injury, infections, infertility, reproductive organ damage)
As of May 14, 2025, 3,252 Paragard lawsuit cases are pending, and Paragard settlement amounts will likely be settled based on the extent of harm each plaintiff experienced.[2]
The time to file a Paragard IUD lawsuit may be limited, so women who believe they have a case should begin gathering information and contacting an attorney knowledgeable in Paragard IUD removal lawsuits as soon as possible.
What We Need from You for the Paragard Lawsuit
Time is of the essence for those who believe they have experienced injury, infertility, or other harm as a result of a Paragard breakage during removal. Prepare the following information and reach out to NRS Injury Law as soon as possible for guidance:
- Medical records proving the insertion of the Paragard IUD
- Medical recording proving the removal of the Paragard IUD
- Documentation showing the device broke upon removal
- Supporting information detailing the harm caused by the faulty medical product
- Information on follow-up procedures, such as hysteroscopy, hysterectomy, laparoscopy, or full abdominal surgery
Contact Us if You Have Any Questions About the Class Action Paragard Suit
Paragard IUD lawsuit settlement amounts are currently speculative at best, as the payouts are to be determined based on the extent of each plaintiff’s injury. However, the important point right now is for women who feel they have been harmed by a botched IUD removal to contact the firm.
NRS Injury Law is aware of the multidistrict litigation involving Paragard IUDs and is dedicated to advocating for fair treatment for those harmed by the device. There are deadlines to file a claim, and acting early can make a big difference. If you believe you may be eligible for compensation or have questions, please contact us.
If this case may affect you, please call 855-GOT-HURT or fill out a convenient Online Contact Form.
Disclaimer: The information in this blog post (“post”) is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the current law in your jurisdiction. No information contained in this post should be construed as legal advice, nor is it intended to be a substitute for legal counsel on any subject matter. No reader of this post should act or refrain from acting based on any information included in or accessible through this post without seeking the appropriate legal or other professional advice on the particular facts and circumstances at issue from a lawyer licensed in the recipient’s state, country, or other appropriate licensing jurisdiction.
Sources:
[1] USDC. “In RE: Paragard IUD Products Liability Litigation.” United States District Court Northern District of Georgia, 2020. gand.uscourts.gov
[2] NW. “Thousands of women say they were seriously injured by the copper IUD.” Natural Womanhood, 2025. naturalwomanhood.org
