I Was a Paradigm Customer — What Can I Do? Victim Restitution and Next Steps
If you bought Paradigm Peptides products between April 2019 and March 2024, you may be one of the affected customers in this case.
This article explains what you can do: contact the Department of Justice, tell your doctor, check your health, and why the restitution amount is so limited.
1. Who Counts as an Affected Customer
According to the case record, the affected customer range is:
First, time frame. April 2019 to March 2024.
Second, customer scale. More than 54,000 customers.
Third, geographic range. All 50 U.S. states and more than 80 countries.
If you bought Paradigm products within this time frame, you are a potentially affected customer.
2. Step One: Contact the Department of Justice
The U.S. Attorney's Office has a case page for people who bought between April 2019 and March 2024.
The case name is: United States v. Matthew Kawa.
The page includes a contact number for its victim witness specialist. You can use this channel to learn about your rights and available resources.
3. Step Two: Tell Your Doctor
If you have health concerns, tell your doctor exactly what you took and when.
This matters because:
First, Paradigm's SARMs contained testosterone, not the compound on the label.
Second, your doctor needs to know this to make the correct diagnosis and treatment decisions.
Third, if you experienced skin, endocrine, cardiac, or psychological symptoms, telling your doctor your medication history can help them assess more accurately.
4. Step Three: Check Your Health
The Department of Justice listed customer reports including:
First, skin problems. Skin irritation and chronic acne.
Second, endocrine problems. Drops in natural testosterone, with some customers requiring replacement therapy.
Third, cardiac problems. Cardiac health issues.
Fourth, psychological problems. Stress, anxiety, and psychological problems up to suicidal ideation.
If you experienced any of these symptoms after taking the products, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible.
5. Step Four: Consider Independent Testing
If you still have unused product on hand, consider sending it to an independent laboratory for testing.
Daniel Murphy did exactly this. He sent a leftover bottle to an independent lab, and it came back positive, confirming it contained testosterone.
Independent testing can help you confirm what you were actually exposed to.
6. What the Restitution Figure Tells Us
The court ordered the two defendants to pay $78,317.52 in restitution, jointly.
Against about $5 million in proceeds, this figure tells its own story:
If something goes wrong with a gray-market product, the realistic compensation is close to nothing.
According to the BBC, 167 victims came forward for restitution. Against the scale of 54,000 customers, that proportion is very small.
7. Why Restitution Is Limited
Restitution is limited for several reasons:
First, the defendants' ability to pay is limited. Even if a court orders restitution, what can actually be recovered depends on how many assets the defendants have.
Second, victims need to come forward on their own. Only victims who actively file may be eligible for restitution.
Third, the causal link between the harm and the product needs to be proven. This is not easy for many customers.
8. The Possibility of Civil Litigation
Beyond the criminal case, Daniel Murphy is also suing Paradigm in a civil case, which Kawa is contesting. That suit has not been decided.
If you believe you have been harmed, you can consult a lawyer about whether civil litigation is an option.
This is not legal advice, and specific actions depend on your individual circumstances and the laws of your state.
9. Summary
If you are a Paradigm customer, you can take the following steps:
First, contact the Department of Justice to learn about your rights and available resources.
Second, tell your doctor what you took and when.
Third, check your health, especially skin, endocrine, cardiac, and psychological aspects.
Fourth, if you have remaining product, consider independent testing.
Fifth, consult a lawyer about the possibility of civil litigation.
Sixth, understand that the restitution amount may be very limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I am an affected customer?
If you bought Paradigm Peptides products between April 2019 and March 2024, you may be an affected customer.
How do I contact the Department of Justice?
The U.S. Attorney's Office has a case page under the case name United States v. Matthew Kawa, with a contact number for its victim witness specialist.
What should I tell my doctor?
Tell your doctor exactly what you took and when. This matters because Paradigm's SARMs contained testosterone, not the compound on the label.
How much is the restitution?
The court ordered the two defendants to pay $78,317.52 in restitution, jointly, against about $5 million in proceeds.
Can I pursue civil litigation?
Daniel Murphy is already suing Paradigm in a civil case. If you believe you have been harmed, you can consult a lawyer about whether civil litigation is an option. This is not legal advice.