Average Settlement for Talcum Powder Lawsuit

Compensable Damages in a Talcum Powder Lawsuit

Talcum powder lawsuits allege that the plaintiffs developed ovarian cancer from using Johnson & Johnson’s baby powder and other products containing talc.

If you or your loved one have cancer caused by talcum powder, you can seek compensation for the following:

• Current and future medical expenses, including diagnostic testing and labs, hospital and doctor fees, medical procedures, prescription drugs, medical devices and equipment, physical therapy and rehabilitation, and long-term care
• Lost income, including wages, employment benefits, lost future earnings, and reduced earning capacity
• Pain and suffering, including lost quality of life, loss of enjoyment, severe physical and chronic pain, scarring, disfigurement, loss of a bodily function, mental anguish, and emotional distress
• Wrongful death of a loved one, including medical bills, funeral and burial expenses, and loss of a loved one’s income, support, services, and intangible benefits

Factors That Can Affect a Talcum Powder Settlement

Many talcum powder plaintiffs have chosen to join others in multidistrict litigation (MDL). An MDL is a legal mechanism that allows plaintiffs to consolidate several cases into one court to streamline the process. It can benefit claimants by reducing the cost of the lawsuit and potentially expediting the case rather than leaving it tied up in the courts with thousands of similar individual cases.

Another benefit of an MDL is that, unlike with a class action, the court rules on each suit independently, meaning plaintiffs can receive compensation based on their actual damages. In a class action, plaintiffs divide the settlement equally, regardless of their personal losses.

Factors unique to you that could affect the average value of a talcum powder lawsuit settlement include:

• Your age
• Your current income and the effect of your illness on your ability to work now and in the future
• The cost of your medical treatment and expected future medical costs
• The severity of your illness
• Your physical, mental, and emotional pain and suffering
• Your overall quality of life
• The laws in the state where you live

Do You Qualify for a Talcum Powder Lawsuit?

If the following apply to you, you may qualify for a talcum powder lawsuit. You:

• Received a diagnosis of ovarian, peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancer
• Regularly used Johnson & Johnson or Shower to Shower talcum powder for at least three years
• Didn’t have one of these cancers before you began using talc

You may have grounds for a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of a loved one if they died from cancer caused by talcum powder.

Determining whether you qualify can be difficult. Our co-counsel can help. If you lost a loved one to one of these cancers, our law firm partners can help you determine if you may be able to file a wrongful death action.

How Long Do You Have to File a Talcum Powder Lawsuit?

How long you have to file a talcum powder lawsuit will depend on your state’s statute of limitations for product liability.

A lawyer can tell you more about how the statute of limitations in your area will apply to your talcum powder claim.

Links Between Talcum Powder and Cancer

Talcum powder is made from talc, a naturally occurring mineral that sometimes contains asbestos. Asbestos is a known carcinogen linked to various cancers. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) also classified talc (not containing asbestos) as probably carcinogenic to humans in July 2024.

According to the American Cancer Society, studies have also linked talcum powder to lung cancer, endometrial (uterine) cancer, stomach cancer, and pleural mesothelioma.

Status of Talcum Powder Litigation in the United States

Reuters reports that in May 2024, Johnson & Johnson announced it would proceed with a proposed $6.48 billion talcum powder settlement for tens of thousands of ovarian cancer lawsuits. If the settlement receives a supermajority vote, it will settle tens of thousands of claims.

Plaintiffs also won a $2.12 billion award in 2021 in favor of 22 women who were diagnosed with ovarian cancer after using talcum powder products.

Overall, Johnson & Johnson has said it would reserve $11 billion to account for all baby powder lawsuit settlements, including claims involving mesothelioma victims and claims by the state.

Do You Need a Talcum Powder Lawyer?

Mass tort cases are not only complex; they usually require that you go up against a large and powerful defendant, like Johnson & Johnson. A talc lawsuit lawyer with our firm can use their legal knowledge and case experience to build a solid claim and represent you while you focus on your health.

Our team can:

• Gather medical records and other evidence proving talcum powder use caused your ovarian cancer
• Identify, calculate, and prove your damages
• Help you join other plaintiffs in an MDL
• Draft and file case paperwork
• Handle case-related phone calls, emails, and meetings
• Appear for you in court when possible
• Aggressively negotiate for the compensation you need
• Represent you at trial if necessary
• Answer questions about your case and thoroughly explain the legal process
• Provide you with frequent and timely updates

If you have ovarian cancer or another illness caused by talcum powder, we want to help you seek justice. Get help from a talcum powder lawsuit lawyer today.