About the Johnson & Johnson Talc Lawsuits
For decades, Johnson & Johnson knew their talc products may contain asbestos. J&J’s internal testing confirmed this in the 1970s, but the company chose to hide this information from the public to protect its profits.
As a result, consumers across the country may have been exposed to asbestos and put at risk of developing cancer. Many have filed lawsuits to hold Johnson & Johnson accountable for their negligence.
J&J Talc Lawsuit Update
- Over 62,000 Johnson & Johnson lawsuits have been filed as of December 2024.
- Products named in recent J&J talcum powder lawsuits include Shower to Shower® and Johnson’s® Baby Powder.
- Asbestos exposure from these products can cause serious illnesses like ovarian cancer and mesothelioma.
- One of the most recent Johnson and Johnson talc verdicts awarded $15 Million to a Connecticut man with mesothelioma.
- The majority of plaintiffs reportedly voted in favor of J&J's proposed $8 Billion ovarian cancer settlement, but this still needs to be approved by the courts.
- The company's subsidiary has filed for bankruptcy for a third time in an effort to advance the settlement proposal.
At Sokolove Law, we have over 45 years of experience standing up to powerful asbestos companies and securing compensation for those they’ve harmed.
Our Johnson and Johnson lawyers can help families across the country get the justice they deserve — and there are no hourly fees or out-of-pocket costs to work with our team.
Johnson and Johnson Talcum Powder & Ovarian Cancer
For decades, one of the main ingredients in products like Johnson’s Baby Powder and Shower to Shower was talc. This mineral can become contaminated with asbestos fibers during the mining process, putting talcum powder users at risk.
“Talc used regularly in the genital area was associated with a 33% increase in ovarian cancer risk overall.”
– Journal of Epidemiology
At least three separate laboratories found asbestos in J&J’s baby powder products throughout the 1970s — including one that reported “rather high” levels of the carcinogen.
Despite these findings and additional studies linking talcum powder to ovarian cancer, Johnson & Johnson refused to add warning labels to its products. The company prioritized sales over consumer safety.
By filing a J&J ovarian cancer lawsuit, women across the country may now be able to seek compensation for their medical bills, lost wages, and more.
Johnson & Johnson Mesothelioma Lawsuits
Sadly, many families don’t realize that asbestos in J&J’s talc-based baby powder could also put them at risk of developing mesothelioma.
Mesothelioma is an aggressive cancer caused by inhaling or swallowing asbestos fibers, which may become airborne when using Johnson & Johnson’s talc-based powder products.
The first Johnson and Johnson mesothelioma lawsuit was filed by Darlene Coker in 1997. Although she was forced to drop the lawsuit due to a lack of available evidence available at the time, Coker set the stage for future J&J mesothelioma claims.
Even though the company continues to publicly claim that its products are safe, it has settled 95% of Johnson and Johnson mesothelioma lawsuits outside of court.
In addition to these settlements, J&J talc mesothelioma verdicts have awarded $320 Million to families in 2024 alone.
Who Is Eligible for the Talc Johnson & Johnson Lawsuit?
Even if you don’t know how you were exposed to asbestos or if talc is to blame, we have the resources to identify all potential sources of exposure and link them to your illness.
You may be eligible for the talc Johnson & Johnson lawsuit if you:
- Used talcum powder products made by J&J
- Were diagnosed with ovarian cancer or mesothelioma
Family members or estate representatives of Johnson & Johnson victims may also be able to file an asbestos claim after their death.
Call (800) 647-3434 now to see if you may be eligible for compensation from a J&J talcum powder lawsuit.
Johnson & Johnson Talc Settlements & Verdicts
Johnson & Johnson talc settlements and verdicts have already paid out billions of dollars to victims and their loved ones.
Past Johnson and Johnson ovarian cancer lawsuit verdicts include:
- $4.69 Billion, later reduced to $2.1 Billion: In Missouri, 22 women were awarded significant compensation after filing a talc ovarian cancer class action lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson.
- $417 Million: A California jury ruled in favor of a woman who used J&J’s baby powder and later developed ovarian cancer. A new trial was later ordered after a judge identified issues that took place during the original legal process.
- $72 Million: The family of an Alabama woman who passed away from ovarian cancer was awarded compensation from a Johnson & Johnson wrongful death lawsuit.
- $110 Million: After using talc products for four decades, a Virginia woman filed a J&J ovarian cancer lawsuit to hold the company accountable for her illness.
- $70 Million: A jury ruled in favor of a Johnson & Johnson talc user who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at 59 years old.
- $55 Million: A woman who developed ovarian cancer filed a lawsuit against J&J for her injuries. This verdict was later overturned due to issues regarding which state the lawsuit was originally filed in.
While there’s never a guarantee of compensation in any case, our ovarian cancer lawyers will fight hard to get you everything you’re entitled to.
Contact us now to find out if we may be able to pursue compensation on your behalf.
Johnson and Johnson Mesothelioma Settlements & Verdicts
Approximately 95% of Johnson and Johnson mesothelioma lawsuits end in out-of-court settlements, allowing many families to access compensation faster.
While settlements are often preferred because they can’t be overturned in the future like trial verdicts, many judges and juries have awarded significant compensation to families impacted by mesothelioma.
Verdicts from J&J mesothelioma trials include:
- $260 Million to an Oregon woman who used J&J’s talcum powder for decades
- $117 Million for a New Jersey couple
- $325 Million for a New York woman and her husband, which was later lowered to $120 Million before being overturned
- $15 Mullion to a man in Connecticut who had a long history of talcum powder use
- $18.8 Million for a 24-year-old man in California
- $29 Million to a woman diagnosed with mesothelioma
- $45 Million against J&J and its subsidiary Kenvue Inc. after the death of an Illinois woman
Mesothelioma settlements award $1 Million to $1.4 Million on average.
Regardless of whether your case settles or goes to court, we’re prepared to put our experience and resources to work for you.
How to File a Talc Asbestos Johnson & Johnson Lawsuit
At Sokolove Law, our asbestos attorneys strive to make filing a lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson as easy and stress-free as possible.
If you qualify, we’ll handle every step of the legal process on your behalf. This way, you can focus on your health and family during this difficult time.
Filing a talc asbestos Johnson & Johnson lawsuit may include:
- Determining if you can take legal action: At Sokolove Law, we offer free case reviews to see if you may be eligible to take legal action.
- Gathering evidence: Our team can collect medical records, witness statements, and other information showing the link between your illness and past talcum powder use.
- Filing a Johnson and Johnson asbestos lawsuit: After we’ve built a strong case on your behalf, our attorneys will file your claim before any legal deadlines.
- Receiving a talcum powder lawsuit payout: We’ll negotiate a talc settlement with J&J. If a settlement isn’t reached, our team will be ready to present your case in court and pursue a verdict.
You only have a limited amount of time to file a J&J lawsuit due to state laws called statutes of limitations, so it’s important to take action as soon as possible.
In most states, victims have 2 years to pursue Johnson and Johnson talc claims after a cancer diagnosis or the death of a loved one. This time frame varies depending on where the claim is filed.
Call (800) 647-3434 now to see if you may qualify. Don't miss your chance to pursue a J&J talc settlement.
Latest News on Johnson & Johnson Talcum Powder Lawsuit 2023-2024
Johnson & Johnson talcum powder lawsuits have been going on for years, and the company has even tried to declare bankruptcy several times to resolve these claims.
Find out more about the latest Johnson & Johnson talcum powder lawsuit updates:
- December 2024: A judge has paused all active talc ovarian cancer claims in the J&J class action lawsuit or multidistrict litigation until at least March 2025 as the company's bankruptcy case plays out.
- November 2024: With their latest trial loss, J&J has now been ordered to pay a total of $320 Million in mesothelioma lawsuit verdicts for 2024 alone.
- October 2024: Red River Talc, a subsidiary of J&J, has filed for bankruptcy to advance the company's now $8 Billion settlement proposal. This marks their third attempt at resolving the claims against them with bankruptcy.
- September 2024: Johnson & Johnson is allegedly planning to increase its proposed $6.48 Billion talc settlement by an extra $1.1 Billion in hopes of gaining more support for the company's bankruptcy plan.
- August 2024: As J&J continues to move forward with its third bankruptcy attempt, a U.S. appeals court has ruled to uphold the decision that ended the company's previous efforts to resolve talc claims through bankruptcy.
- July 2024: Families impacted by J&J ovarian cancer have until July 26 to vote on the company's settlement proposal. It will likely take a few weeks for the results to be finalized.
- June 2024: An Oregon mother with mesothelioma was awarded $260 Million. She used Johnson & Johnson talc products for decades before getting sick.
- May 2024: J&J proposed a $6.48 Billion settlement to resolve all current and future ovarian cancer claims against the company. At least 75% of plaintiffs must vote in favor of the proposal in order for it to pass.
- April 2024: A family was awarded $45 Million in a J&J mesothelioma trial after their loved one passed away from cancer.
- December 2023: There are now 50,000 claims pending in the Johnson & Johnson class action lawsuit or multidistrict litigation. The victims allege that J&J’s talcum powder products were contaminated with asbestos and caused cancer.
- July 2023: A judge dismissed Johnson and Johnson’s second attempt at filing for bankruptcy, claiming that the company is not in financial distress.
- April 2023: J&J proposed an $8.9 Billion settlement to resolve thousands of talcum powder lawsuits. However, this amount is likely not enough to fairly pay all of the victims.
At Sokolove Law, we’re committed to providing you with all of the latest news on the Johnson & Johnson talcum powder lawsuit.
$8 Billion Johnson & Johnson Bankruptcy Talc Proposal 2024
Since talcum powder lawsuits against the company first began, Johnson & Johnson has attempted to file for bankruptcy three times in order to avoid paying victims the money they deserve.
J&J’s most recent bankruptcy settlement proposal is worth around $8 Billion and would resolve all current and future talc ovarian cancer claims filed against the company.
Approximately 83% of plaintiffs have reportedly voted in favor of the proposed settlement, but it will still need to be approved by the courts before the company can officially resolve the ovarian talc claims against them through bankruptcy.
With nearly 60,000 ovarian cancer lawsuits pending in court, many are wondering if this offer will provide enough compensation to patients and their families.
Find out if you may be able to take legal action against Johnson & Johnson for an asbestos-related cancer diagnosis — at no cost.
History of Johnson & Johnson Talc Litigation
Johnson & Johnson has faced significant backlash throughout the talc litigation process, with many claiming the company knew its products contained asbestos but hid this information from the public.
Find out more about the history of Johnson & Johnson talc litigation:
- 1957-1958: A lab found tremolite, a type of asbestos fiber, in talc from J&J’s Italian supplier. These mines were the main source of talc used in products for the company’s U.S. market.
- 1967: Asbestos was also found in Vermont mines that were owned by a Johnson & Johnson subsidiary and provided the company with talc.
- 1969: An on-staff doctor warned J&J executives about the dangers of asbestos and the potential for the company to become involved in litigation.
- 1972-1975: Three separate labs identified the presence of asbestos in Johnson & Johnson baby powder products.
- 1974: J&J’s director of medical affairs sent money to an Italian doctor, ordering him to conduct a study that showed talc miners didn’t face a greater risk of cancer. J&J would later use this “research” to defend itself.
- 1975: Johnson & Johnson released an internal memo ordering management to stop all talc safety studies and promote positive aspects of their products, rather than add to the growing body of research suggesting talc caused cancer.
- 1976: Despite previously confirming the presence of asbestos in their talcum powder products through testing, J&J told the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that no asbestos was detected in any of their products from 1972 to 1973.
- 1992: Manufacturers were urged to put warning labels on their talcum powder products. Johnson & Johnson refused to do so, knowing that families wouldn’t purchase talc-based baby powder if they knew it could cause cancer.
- 1997: The first J&J mesothelioma claim was filed, but the case was later dropped due to a lack of evidence. Much of the information the plaintiff needed to build a strong case against J&J came to light a few years later.
- 2009: The first Johnson & Johnson ovarian cancer lawsuit was filed in 2009. While a jury ruled in favor of the plaintiff in 2013, she was not awarded compensation.
- 2013: Edits to the “Safety & Care Commitment” page on J&J’s website noted that the company couldn’t claim its products had always been free of asbestos.
- 2017: In court, it was revealed that a lab found asbestos in more than 50% of the J&J baby powder bottles it tested from the past decade.
In the years following, thousands of victims have filed lawsuits against Johnson & Johnson for mesothelioma and ovarian cancer.
Johnson & Johnson Stops Sales of Talc Products Globally
In 2021, Johnson & Johnson announced that it would discontinue its talc products on a global scale. The company fully transitioned to a cornstarch-based formula by 2023.
This announcement came after testing by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found asbestos contamination in select Johnson & Johnson talc products in 2019.
The company claims the decision to remove talc from its products was due to evolving global trends and that its talc-based baby powder was safe, didn’t contain asbestos, and didn't cause cancer.
Tragically, thousands of victims have developed ovarian cancer and mesothelioma after using Johnson & Johnson products — and many have filed lawsuits to hold the company accountable for its negligence.
Get Help Pursuing a Johnson & Johnson Talc Settlement
At Sokolove Law, we’ve secured more than $5.5 Billion for clients impacted by asbestos-related diseases like ovarian cancer and mesothelioma. With our extensive resources, we can help families nationwide pursue a J&J talc settlement.
Our talcum powder law firm has successfully:
- Helped 8,700+ families affected by asbestos exposure
- Secured millions of dollars from J&J and their subsidiaries in past claims
- Handled asbestos litigation across the country for over 45 years
There are no hourly fees or out-of-pocket costs to work with our Johnson and Johnson lawyers. We work on a contingency-fee basis, so you pay nothing unless we secure compensation for you.
Call (800) 647-3434 now or fill out our contact form to get started. Let us fight for the justice you deserve.
Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder Lawsuit FAQs
What is the latest Johnson & Johnson talcum powder lawsuit update?
As of December 2024, over 62,000 talcum powder lawsuits have been filed against Johnson & Johnson. The company has paid out billions to victims with ovarian cancer and mesothelioma.
Find out more about the latest Johnson and Johnson talc lawsuit updates:
- The company agreed to pay $700 Million to 42 states over their marketing tactics, which assured consumers their products were safe.
- Plaintiffs have reportedly voted in favor of J&J's proposed $8 Billion bankruptcy settlement, which would resolve all current and future ovarian cancer lawsuits filed against them. This offer still needs to be approved by the courts.
- In a recent Johnson and Johnson talc verdict, a Connecticut man with mesothelioma was awarded $15 Million.
It’s not too late to join the Johnson & Johnson talcum powder lawsuit and fight for the compensation you deserve. Get started now for free.
Who qualifies for the Johnson & Johnson lawsuit?
Anyone who used talcum powder and was later diagnosed with an asbestos-related cancer like ovarian cancer or mesothelioma may qualify for the Johnson & Johnson lawsuit.
Even if your loved one passed away from one of these cancers, you may still be able to take legal action on their behalf.
Get a free case review now to find out if you may be able to file a J&J talcum powder lawsuit.
Is there a Johnson and Johnson class action lawsuit?
Yes. Nearly 60,000 talc claims have been consolidated into a Johnson and Johnson class action or multidistrict litigation in New Jersey.
Call (800) 647-3434 now to see if you may be able to join the class action lawsuit against Johnson and Johnson and pursue the compensation you deserve.
How many people have filed Johnson and Johnson lawsuits?
Over 62,000 people have filed Johnson and Johnson lawsuits against the pharmaceutical giant. This number continues to rise as more victims and their loved ones seek justice from the company that caused them harm.
Did Johnson and Johnson settle the talcum powder lawsuit?
Not yet. At least 83% of plaintiffs reportedly voted in favor of J&J's $8 Billion settlement proposal to resolve all current and future ovarian cancer claims, which surpasses the level of support needed to meet bankruptcy law requirements.
The offer will still need to be approved by the courts in order for the company to successfully file for bankruptcy and settle the talcum powder ovarian cancer lawsuits against them.
Has anyone received a settlement from Johnson & Johnson?
Yes. Approximately 95% of Johnson and Johnson mesothelioma lawsuits have settled, and the company is currently attempting to settle over 50,000 ovarian cancer claims.
Call (800) 647-3434 now to see if we may be able to help you secure compensation from a Johnson & Johnson lawsuit settlement.
How long does it take to get a Johnson and Johnson settlement check?
It typically takes 1 to 2 months to get a Johnson and Johnson settlement check after your attorney has completed negotiations with the company.
The time it takes to potentially settle a case will vary based on many factors, including your diagnosis and whether or not you’re part of the J&J class action lawsuit.
Contact us now to see if we can fight for a Johnson and Johnson lawsuit payout on your behalf.
What are the lawsuits against J&J talc?
The lawsuits against J&J talc allege the company failed to warn consumers about the potential presence of asbestos in its talcum powder products.
To date, over 62,000 victims have filed Johnson and Johnson asbestos lawsuits for illnesses like mesothelioma and ovarian cancer.
Does Johnson's baby powder have talc in it?
Not anymore. Johnson & Johnson stopped using talc in their baby powder in 2023, switching to cornstarch instead after thousands of Johnson & Johnson talc lawsuits were filed against the company.
Did Johnson and Johnson know talcum powder can cause cancer?
Yes. From 1972 to 1975, three separate tests found asbestos in Johnson and Johnson’s talcum powder. However, the company hid this information from the public and the FDA.
Asbestos is a known carcinogen. By concealing these results, Johnson & Johnson placed countless innocent users at risk of developing cancer.
How much does it cost to file a Johnson and Johnson ovarian cancer lawsuit?
At Sokolove Law, there are no hourly fees or out-of-pocket costs to file a Johnson and Johnson ovarian cancer lawsuit.
Our talcum powder lawyers work on a contingency-fee basis, which means we only get paid if we successfully secure compensation for you.
Call (800) 647-3434 now to get started with a free, no-obligation case review.
