Not many
women know that birth control pills can lead to severe side effects.
Regular use of contraceptives like Yasmin,
may lead to deep vein thrombosis
(DVT), stroke, and even death. Contraceptive manufacturers usually do
not provide any kind of warning about the possible side effects to
users on the label and during the marketing.
While a
lot of women fall victim to the side effects of various birth control
pills, very few of them take legal action against the pill
manufacturers for the damage incurred.
While
taking legal action may not cure your medical condition, but it can
definitely help you take care of the medical bills and other
financial damage caused due to the side effects.
Compensation
is provided on the basis of victim’s injuries and damages. However,
there are certain factors (mentioned below) that can impact your
claim –
- Smoking – It is a known fact that women that have a habit of smoking are at a higher risk of blood clotting. But when smoking is combined with birth control pills, risk increases even more. Women who smoke and take pills too can develop medical conditions like deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. This factor also plays an crucial role in your lawsuit against the pill manufacturer.
- Age – Women who are over the age of thirty-five are at a higher risk of experiencing side effects of oral contraceptives. If you plan to claim compensation after suffering any side effects, then your age will be considered. This aspect is used to particularize the damages caused by birth control pills.
- Family history – Family history is another important aspect that can impact your claim.
Several
other factors (like course of treatment, genetic issues, BMI etc.)
can play pivotal role in your claim against oral contraceptives
manufacturers.
In case
you have suffered the side effects of a contraceptive, and now
planning to file a claim against the pill manufacturer, then you must
consult an experienced lawyer to gather detailed knowledge about each
of the above-mentioned aspects and other important aspects related to
your case.
