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J&J Faces Mounting Legal Challenges Over Baby Powder Lawsuits

Multiple Blockages and a New Battlefront

Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has encountered significant setbacks and a new legal battleground in its ongoing baby powder lawsuits.

In New Jersey, J&J was twice denied bankruptcy protection for one of its subsidiaries facing thousands of lawsuits alleging harm from its talc-based powder. The company is now eyeing Texas as a potential venue for its next legal showdown, where it has filed a motion to move the cases.

Mounting Lawsuits and Growing Scrutiny

Over 50,000 lawsuits have been filed against J&J, alleging that its baby powder contained asbestos, a known carcinogen. A recent study in the Journal of Clinical Oncology has added weight to these claims.

In Oregon, a jury ordered J&J to pay $260 million to a woman who developed ovarian cancer after using the powder. This verdict adds to the growing financial and reputational damage the company faces.

Global Discontinuation and Settlement

Amidst the legal challenges, J&J announced it would discontinue sales of its talc-based baby powder globally by 2023. The company also agreed to pay Texas $61 million as part of a nationwide settlement.

Tips to Protect Yourself and Your Family

* Use alternative baby powder products that are free of talc. * Avoid using baby powder on or near the genital area. * If you have concerns about previous baby powder use, consult a healthcare professional for evaluation.

Additional Resources:

* Reuters: Johnson & Johnson Preparing to Unveil Widespread Support in Talc Bankruptcy * The New York Times: J&J Eyes Texas as Next Venue in Baby Powder Suit * The Journal of Clinical Oncology: Association of Talc Use and Ovarian Cancer: A Pooled Analysis of 26 Studies