Asbestos is a carcinogen that has been associated with health risks due to its overuse. Talcum powder, such as that produced by Johnson & Johnson, has been claimed to have harmed the health of its users. Plaintiffs have filed multiple lawsuits, alleging that the company failed to warn them of the probable harm to their health.
In addition to this, conditions such as ovarian cancer, mesothelioma, fallopian tube cancer, and peritoneal cancer have also been linked to the use of talcum powder for an extended time. Talcum powder companies have been sued after their products were tested for containing asbestos. Johnson & Johnson is under legal scrutiny along with several other companies, and plaintiffs claim that talcs without asbestos also pose health risks.
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In September 2024, a 48-year-old woman, Kung Lee, filed a lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson as she was diagnosed with mesothelioma. She further received compensation of $260 million as a settlement for the medical harm caused to her.
Many women in New Jersey sued Johnson & Johnson, saying that their products cause cancer. They demanded that the company pay for the loss of every woman who had used their product and been diagnosed with cancer, even if they hadn’t filed a lawsuit against them.
Journal of Clinical Oncology published in one of its study about the probable link between the extended use of talcum powder and the development of ovarian cancer.
The World Health Organization’s International Agency for Research published a study that updated the status of talc from “possible carcinogen” to “probable carcinogen.” This happened in July 2024, and later that year, Johnson & Johnson declared bankruptcy to settle all the lawsuits filed against them.
Talc and asbestos can easily combine as both minerals are found nearby during the mining process. Asbestos is used in construction and insulation, whereas talc is a naturally occurring mineral. Thus, when talcum powder that is contaminated by asbestos is used by people, a variety of ailments occur.
Often, with the Talcum Powder Lawsuits, the arguments between the claimants and companies get heated. This could lead to complexity in reaching the settlements. To avoid such problems, the required evidence, reports, and documents must be handy. Experienced attorneys who are familiar with these talcum cases can formulate the best strategies and guide you with the correct processes so that your case may be handled well. At Have a Lawyer, expert lawyers support you in getting the maximum settlement for your loss.
We, at Have a Lawyer, have a professional team of attorneys that deals with the details of all legal proceedings. Our lawyers are all experienced in specific kinds of cases, and that allows us to assist you in securing the maximum compensation for your loss. Our team sits with you to understand your emotional, physical, and financial loss so that they can support you in seeking justice against the wrongdoers.
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