MASS TORT LIEN RESOLUTION
Talcum Powder Lien Resolution
These lawsuits allege that defendant Johnson & Johnson is liable for personal injuries or wrongful deaths from ovarian cancer among women who used the company’s talc products for feminine hygiene. Many suits allege that the products contained asbestos, a known carcinogen.
Talc is a clay-like mineral that occurs naturally. Its basic composition is mainly magnesium, silicon, and oxygen. When ground into a fine powder, talc absorbs moisture. This talcum powder is a common ingredient in various consumer products, including cosmetics like baby powder and adult body powders. Research has linked the regular use of talc-containing products in the genital area to the development of ovarian cancer in women. Tens of thousands of lawsuits are pending in state and federal courts. Because of the large plaintiff population, all types of healthcare liens are likely to result from settlements.