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More than 16,000 plaintiffs have filed lawsuits against personal care giant Johnson & Johnson over the past several years, claiming that the company’s signature talc-based Baby Powder caused them to develop ovarian cancer. Although Johnson & Johnson led a concerted effort to bar these plaintiffs’ expert witnesses from testifying in court, a New Jersey judge recently ruled that the lawsuits can proceed.
This ruling represents a major setback for Johnson & Johnson, but a significant win for the victims who have been affected by this product. The decision came directly from U.S. District Judge Freda Wolfson, who has been tasked with overseeing the multidistrict litigation (MDL) against Johnson & Johnson in this matter.
A Brief Overview: Asbestos and Talc
Because talc and asbestos occur in close proximity underground, the two minerals may become mixed during the talc mining process. However, since asbestos is a carcinogen and the only known cause of mesothelioma – an incurable, aggressive form of cancer – and has been shown to cause ovarian cancer, talc mining companies and product manufacturers have a responsibility to ensure that their talc is free of this dangerous mineral. This is especially true of Johnson & Johnson, a company that profited by telling female consumers that Baby Powder was safe to use on genital areas and for other intimate cosmetic purposes.
While cosmetic products do not need to be reviewed by the FDA before sale, the agency has recently increased regulatory testing for talc-based products due to cancer concerns. Motivated by a damning Reuters investigation and a $4.69 billion talc lawsuit judgment against Johnson & Johnson in July 2019, the FDA took a closer look at the company’s Baby Powder product in October 2019 and discovered that some batches do contain asbestos fibers, announcing a voluntary recall.
Several new peer-reviewed studies have further confirmed the link between cosmetic talc and ovarian cancer, including a January 2020 study in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine and a March 2020 case study in the American Journal of Internal Medicine.
Trial-Tested Representation in Talc Lawsuits
At The Ferraro Law Firm, we’ve spent almost four decades fighting on behalf of injury victims in high-stakes product liability cases, from mesothelioma claims to talc powder lawsuits. Based in Florida, our experienced trial attorneys and litigators are currently taking on mesothelioma and ovarian cancer lawsuits against Johnson & Johnson and other talc product manufacturers. By building cases around strong expert testimony and tireless work ethic, our team has secured numerous multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements over the years – and we’re committed to helping our clients get justice after a life-threatening cancer diagnosis.
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When individuals and families face the challenges of mesothelioma and asbestos exposure—coping with complex treatments, escalating costs, and emotional strain—they turn to Ferraro Law for clarity, guidance, and steadfast support. Through meticulous case preparation, empathetic counsel, and strategic representation, our attorneys build compelling cases that secure meaningful settlements to cover medical expenses, provide financial relief, and offer a path toward stability during difficult times.
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Ferraro Law is wonderful and I am forever grateful to them. My attorney Daniel Di Matteo fought like a tiger for me against a multibillion dollar corporation and obtained a substantial settlement for me. This settlement is life changing for me. If you need an attorney call Ferraro Law and if you’re lucky Daniel will take your case.
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Not too long ago I picked up the phone and called the Ferraro Law Firm not quite knowing what to expect. From the moment I reached out, the team made me feel heard and taken care of — not just like another case walking through the door.
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My litigator was Daniel Di Matteo. If there was ever anyone that you would want by your side in a court of law, it would be him. He was everything that you would want in an attorney—calm, cool, always prepared, communicative and most importantly–experienced. He knew everything that was going to happen before it occurred but was prepared for any contingency. He is a fantastic attorney.
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And the outcome? Better than I could have hoped for. They fought hard on my behalf and secured a result that truly reflected the impact this injury had on my life.
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