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Latest Updates on Depo Provera Birth Control Lawsuit in the United States

Updated May 30, 2025

 

  • June 24, 2025: The court has selected a small group of pilot cases for the Depo-Provera MDL, which are expected to go before juries by the end of 2026 or early 2027
  • June 20, 2025: The number of women who have stepped forward for this MDL is now 405.
  • June 11, 2025: Judge Rodgers issued a case management order PDF to summarize what has been discussed with lawsuit parties, issues that were resolved and matters that are still outstanding.
  • May 30, 2025: Judge Rodgers held a case management conference to discuss the status of the Depo-Provera shot lawsuits and progress with early discovery.
  • May 30, 2025: The litigation continues to gain momentum, with expectations of a substantial docket in Philadelphia and potential settlement discussions on the horizon.
  • May 19, 2025: Attention turns toward Depo Sub-Q Provera 104, a lower-dose alternative, as a potentially safer option for long-term users.
  • May 16, 2025: A new lawsuit is filed by a woman from Iowa City, Iowa, alleging that Depo-Provera caused her to develop a debilitating brain tumor.
  • May 14, 2025: Judge Rodgers issues Pretrial Order No. 23, establishing a formal process for identifying and addressing deficiencies in plaintiff complaints across the MDL.
  • May 13, 2025: Lawyers estimate that the number of Depo-Provera lawsuits could reach between 16,000 and 18,000 cases, with many more women potentially affected.
  • April 2025: The number of cases filed in the Depo-Provera brain tumor MDL nearly doubled, an addition of 52 new cases were added, the total is now 130. That number is expected to rise further in the coming weeks.
  • April 2025: A short-form complaint is finalized to help streamline the filing process, making it easier for new plaintiffs to join the litigation.
  • March 14, 2025: Judge Rodgers is appointed leadership for the Depo-Provera MDL, and issues Pretrial Order No. 10, allowing direct filing in MDL 3140 and eliminating delays from case transfers.
  • February 2025: All federal Depo-Provera lawsuits are consolidated into Multidistrict Litigation (MDL No. 3140) in the Northern District of Florida.
  • January 30, 2025: The Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation (JPML) hears arguments regarding the centralization of Depo-Provera lawsuits.
  • November 2024: Levin Papantonio files a lawsuit on behalf of a California woman diagnosed with a Grade 1 meningioma after using Depo-Provera.
  • October 2024: The European Union updates Depo-Provera’s label to include warnings about the potential risk of meningiomas following long-term use.
  • March 2024: A significant study published in the British Medical Journal links long-term use of Depo-Provera to an increased risk of developing intracranial meningiomas, a type of brain tumor.

 

 

Contact A Depo Provera Lawsuit Lawyer Near You

Depo-Provera is a birth control injection which has been used by millions of women throughout the United States and has recently been linked to potentially severe side effects including brain tumors. Our South Carolina law firm is currently helping individuals who have been harmed by Depo-Provera as they seek compensation from a class action lawsuit against Pfizer, Inc. and its co-defendants, Viatris, Inc., Greenstone LLC, Prasco Labs, and Pharmacia & Upjohn. If you or a loved one has suffered complications after taking Depo-Provera birth control, the dedicated Mass Tort Team at The Lovely Law Firm is here to help you earn the compensation that you deserve. You don’t need to fight your case alone—to schedule a free case evaluation and have an attorney discuss your injury claim with you, call 843-839-4111 today.

 

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What is Depo-Provera?

Depo-Provera, also known as the birth control shot, Depo shot, or DMPA, is an injectable contraceptive that is designed to block pregnancy for up to three months. The Depo-Provera shot contains the hormone progestin, which is synthetically manufactured by medroxyprogesterone acetate. This hormone prevents pregnancy by stopping ovulation and thickening cervical mucus to prevent sperm from reaching the egg

Health Risks Associated With Using Depo-Provera

Although Pfizer’s drug, Depo-Provera has been marketed as a safe and effective form of birth control by the FDA there have been an alarming amount of reports indicating the potential long-term risks to patients who use Depo-Provera. Risks that were not properly disclosed to patients and which could have devastating effects on their health.

lovely law - depo birth control lawsuitDo You Qualify For The Depo-Provera Lawsuit?

If you have used Depo-Provera as a birth control method and have suffered negative medical side effects due to the use of this drug you could be entitled to compensation. To see if you qualify for the current class action lawsuit against Depo-Provera you must meet the following criteria:

  • You must have been prescribed and had at least four injections of Depo-Provera or Depo-SubQ or a generic version of Depo-Provera
  • You must have received the Depo birth control shot after 1992
  • You must have been diagnosed with Meningioma (malignant or benign)
  • You must have used one of the qualifying injections for at least 12 months
  • You must have a minimum of 2 years latency from date of first injection to date of diagnosis
  • You must know where they received the shots (doctor’s office, pharmacy, planned parenthood, etc)

If you have suffered side effects from using Depo-Provera we encourage you to reach out to our personal injury law office in Myrtle Beach. We are able to take on cases from all over the country and want to help you. Contact the Lovely Law Firm at 843-281-7205

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    What Damages Could I Receive from a Depo Shot Lawsuit?

    If you have been injured by receiving a Depo-Provera shot, you may be eligible for compensation for damages that you incurred as a result of your injuries. These damages can include:

    • Medical expenses, such as hospital bills, medication, or surgeries
    • Lost wages and loss of future earning capacity
    • Pain and suffering experienced as a result of your complications
    • Emotional distress, such as depression, loss of sleep, or anxiety

     

    Contact A Depo-Provera Lawyer in South Carolina Today!

    If you or a loved one has suffered complications after taking birth control, the dedicated Mass Tort Team at The Lovely Law Firm is here to help you earn the compensation that you deserve. You don’t need to fight your case alone—to schedule a free case evaluation and have an attorney discuss your claim with you, call 843-839-4111 today.

    Don’t Hesitate—Call Us Today!

     

     

    Sources

    http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/nhsr/nhsr060.pdf

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