Key Points

• A meningioma diagnosis after long-term Depo-Provera use may give you the right to file a lawsuit, but your health always comes first. 
• Simple steps taken early, like writing down your injection history and saving medical records, can make a later claim much stronger. 
• Filing deadlines vary from state to state, so it is wise to learn your legal options before time runs out. 

Why It Matters

A meningioma is a tumor that grows in the layers of tissue covering the brain and spinal cord. Most are not cancerous, but they can still cause headaches, vision changes, seizures, and other serious problems. A growing body of research has linked long-term use of the Depo-Provera birth control shot to a higher risk of these tumors. If you were recently diagnosed, the days after the news can feel overwhelming. Knowing what to do next can protect both your health and your right to seek compensation. 

Safeguarding Your Health and Legal Rights

If you or a loved one used Depo-Provera and were later diagnosed with meningioma, you are not alone. Thousands of women across the country have taken legal action after learning of the possible connection between the Depo shot and brain tumors.  

The following guide is designed to walk through the steps you can take after a meningioma diagnosis, beginning with your health and ending with your legal options. Each step is something you can start today, at your own pace. 

If you or a loved one used Depo-Provera and were diagnosed with meningioma, you may qualify to file a lawsuit and receive compensation. Find out whether you are eligible or start the process of filing a Depo-Provera claim today by contacting the law firm of Hissey Mulderig & Friend.  

You can talk with a lawyer by calling our office toll-free at 1-866-806-8117, or by filling out the contact form on this page. 

Steps Women Can Take After a Meningioma Diagnosis

Step 1: Focus on Your Health First

Your health is the priority. Keep your follow-up appointments and follow the treatment plan your doctor recommends. Treatment for meningioma can range from regular monitoring with imaging scans to surgery or radiation, depending on the size and location of the tumor. 

You can read more about how doctors diagnose and treat meningioma through the Mayo Clinic. Some women also need lifetime monitoring for new or returning tumors, which is one of the long-term costs a lawsuit can help address. 

Step 2: Understand Your Diagnosis

Ask your doctor to explain your diagnosis in plain terms. Find out the type of meningioma you have, where it is located, and what your treatment choices are. Location matters, because tumors near the front and middle of the skull base have been most closely tied to hormone exposure.  

Learning the warning signs and causes of meningioma can help you ask better questions at your appointments. You can also review how the link between Depo-Provera and meningioma is being handled in the courts. 

Step 3: Write Down Your Depo-Provera History

Try to recall when you started using Depo-Provera, how long you used it, and roughly how many shots you received. The shot is usually given once every three months.  

Studies have found that the risk of meningioma rises with longer use, especially beyond one year. A large study published in The BMJ reported a meaningfully higher risk among long-term users.  

For a closer look at the science, see what the medical research actually shows. Write down dates as best you can, even if they are not exact. Your memory of when and where you received the shots is a useful starting point. 

Step 4: Gather and Preserve Your Medical Records

Records help connect your Depo-Provera use to your diagnosis. Helpful documents include pharmacy or clinic records of your injections, imaging reports such as MRI or CT scans, and any surgical or pathology reports.  

If you cannot find everything, do not worry. Many women are able to prove their Depo-Provera use without complete records, and a lawyer can request missing records on your behalf.  

For a fuller picture, here is what medical records you may need for a claim. 

Step 5: Contact a Lawyer to Learn About Your Legal Options

You do not have to decide anything alone. A consultation with an experienced attorney is free and comes with no obligation. A lawyer can review your history, explain whether you may have a case, and answer your questions in plain language.  

The legal team at Hissey Mulderig & Friend has handled Depo-Provera meningioma claims from the beginning and works on a contingency-fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless you are awarded compensation. Reaching out for a consultation with our attorneys costs you nothing, and can help you understand your rights. 

Step 6: Pay Attention to Filing Deadlines

Every state sets a deadline, called a statute of limitations, for filing this kind of lawsuit. If you miss it, you may lose the right to recover compensation.  

The good news is that the clock often starts when you learned of the link between Depo-Provera and your tumor, not when you stopped the shot. This is known as the discovery rule, which is why some women can still file years after their last shot.  

Because deadlines differ widely, review the state-by-state statute of limitations guide and act sooner rather than later. 

Step 7: Learn How the Litigation Works

Most federal Depo-Provera cases have been combined into a single proceeding called a multidistrict litigation, or MDL, in a federal court in Florida. This arrangement lets similar cases share pretrial steps while each woman keeps her own individual claim.  

The Depo-Provera litigation is active and continues to develop, so the details can change over time. You can get a plain-language overview in our explainer on the Depo-Provera MDL. Understanding the basics can make the process feel far less intimidating. 

Step 8: File a Depo-Provera Lawsuit If You Qualify

If your situation fits the criteria, your lawyer can file a claim on your behalf and guide you through each stage. Not everyone qualifies, so it helps to first check whether you meet the eligibility requirements.  

A successful Depo-Provera claim can provide compensation for medical bills, ongoing monitoring, lost income, and the physical and emotional toll of the diagnosis. Taking this step also adds your voice to the many women seeking to hold the manufacturer accountable. 

Contact Our Attorneys to Find Out If You Qualify

If you or a loved one used Depo-Provera and were diagnosed with meningioma, or if you have developed symptoms that may point to a brain tumor, you may be entitled to compensation.  

Our law firm, Hissey Mulderig & Friend, is currently investigating claims involving meningiomas linked to Depo-Provera. Our firm is currently representing women across the U.S. who developed brain tumors after using the Depo shot. 

Learn more about your legal options, find out whether you qualify to file a lawsuit, or start the process of filing your claim today by contacting the law firm of Hissey Mulderig & Friend for a free, no-obligation case review. 

To speak with an attorney, you can call our office toll-free at 1-866-806-8117, or submit your information online using the contact form at the top of this page.