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You may be eligible for a talcum powder lawsuit if you:
- Developed ovarian, peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancer
- Continuously used a Johnson & Johnson talc-based product for at least three years
- Did not have a diagnosis of any of the above types of cancer before your talc use began
You may qualify for compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and more.
If you believe you have grounds for a claim, consider speaking with a talcum powder lawsuit lawyer. An attorney can tell you about your options for seeking damages and help you take legal action.
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Do You Qualify for a Talcum Powder Lawsuit?
Talc is a naturally occurring mineral that can contain deposits of asbestos, a known carcinogen. According to the American Cancer Society, studies link the use of asbestos-containing powder products made from talc to ovarian cancer, mesothelioma, lung cancer, endometrial (uterine) cancer, stomach cancer, and pleural mesothelioma.
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) also classified talc not containing asbestos as “probably carcinogenic to humans” in July 2024.
If you have a history of frequent and prolonged use of talc products (at least three years), have a type of cancer caused by talc (e.g., ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal), and do not have a history of these types of cancer before your talc use, you may be eligible for a talcum powder lawsuit.
Plaintiffs have filed talcum powder lawsuits regarding the following talc-based products:
- Johnson’s Baby Powder
- Gold Bond Body Powder
- Gold Bond Extra Strength Body Powder
- Gold Bond No Mess Powder Spray
- Old Spice Powder
- Shower to Shower
How to File a Talcum Powder Lawsuit
Talcum powder lawsuits fall under the legal umbrella of product liability. Some individual plaintiffs have pursued product liability cases against talcum powder manufacturers. However, tens of thousands of victims’ cases have been consolidated into multidistrict litigation (MDL).
A talcum powder lawsuit attorney can review your case, tell you more about talcum powder lawsuit eligibility, and discuss the best options for your claim.
Deadlines for Taking Legal Action
To be eligible for a talcum powder lawsuit, you must pursue your case before the statute of limitations for product liability lawsuits expires. How long you have will depend on where you live. Many states give claimants two years to file a lawsuit, while others allow as long as six. An attorney can tell you how long you have to file a baby powder lawsuit.
Damages You Can Recover With a Talcum Powder Claim
A cancer diagnosis can affect every aspect of your life, from your physical, mental, and emotional health to your financial stability. If your illness resulted from a talcum powder company’s negligence, they should take responsibility for the harm they caused.
An ovarian cancer lawsuit seeks to right some of the wrongs done to you and your family by recovering money for your economic and noneconomic damages. In general, compensation from a talcum powder claim may include:
- Medical bills. You can seek all current and future medical expenses related to your illness and cancer treatments. Damages may include diagnostic testing, labs, chemotherapy, radiation, prescription medications, doctor and hospital fees, physical therapy, rehabilitation, medical devices and equipment, and in-home care.
- Lost wages, earnings, and employment benefits. You can pursue income lost due to cancer symptoms and treatments. You can also recover for future lost wages and lost earning capacity.
- Pain and suffering. You may qualify for monetary awards for physical and chronic pain, mental anguish, emotional distress, permanent and disabling injuries, scarring, disfigurement, and lost quality of life.
- Wrongful death of a loved one. If your loved one died from cancer caused by talc, you may be able to recover wrongful death compensation with a talcum powder cancer lawsuit. Damages may include medical expenses, funeral and burial costs, and loss of your loved one’s financial support.
- Punitive damages. While they are rare, mass tort cases can include punitive damages. The court awards these damages to victims to punish defendants for willful or gross misconduct and deter future wrongdoing.
Talcum Powder Settlements and Awards
According to Reuters, Johnson & Johnson announced in May 2024 that it proposed a $6.48 billion settlement to resolve tens of thousands of pending talcum powder claims.
Johnson & Johnson also lost a suit brought by 22 women with ovarian cancer caused by asbestos-contaminated talcum powder. The 2021 verdict ordered the company to pay the victims $2.12 billion.
Liability for Talcum Powder Illness
Your talcum powder lawsuit will be against the maker of the talc product that caused your cancer. You may also have a case against a brand, distributor, or retailer.
The following entities have been named in talcum powder claims:
- Johnson & Johnson
- Colgate-Palmolive
- Vanderbilt Minerals
- Imerys Talc North America
- Whittaker, Clark & Daniels
- Walmart
- Walgreens
- Target
- CVS
Should You Hire a Talcum Powder Lawyer?
Mass tort product liability cases can be complex, and victims must face large and powerful defendants. Having a baby powder lawsuit lawyer on your side can relieve your legal burden and protect your rights. Our law firm partners can:
- Review your baby powder lawsuit eligibility and discuss your legal options
- Help you join with other plaintiffs in an MDL
- Handle case-related communications, paperwork, and “red tape”
- Identify and calculate your damages
- Negotiate for the compensation you need
- Prepare your case for civil court and represent you at trial if necessary
- Provide frequent and timely case updates
Get Connected With a Talcum Powder Lawsuit Lawyer Today
The Goldwater Law Firm represents clients in all 50 states and has strategic partnerships with some of the nation’s largest and most well-respected law firms. No matter where you live, our co-counsel can represent you in a talcum powder lawsuit. We are The Gold Standard of Injury Law. Our law firm partners have extensive experience with product liability cases and mass tort litigation.
There is absolutely no upfront cost to engage our legal services. Attorney fees come from your successful settlement or verdict; our co-counsel does not get paid unless they win your case. Call us today for a free consultation and connect with a talcum powder lawsuit lawyer near you.