Jury Awards $22 Million in Punitive Damages Despite Favorable Ruling for Johnson & Johnson in Mesothelioma Lawsuit
In a remarkable turn of events in a courtroom, where Johnson & Johnson was facing allegations over its talcum powder, a jury initially tried to award $22 million in punitive damages to the plaintiff, despite finding the company not factually responsible for the harm claimed in the lawsuit. This case, rooted in claims of negligence and misinformation, highlights ongoing debates over product safety and corporate responsibility. The plaintiff, Michelle Felton, represented the estate of Michaeleen Lee, who reportedly used Johnson & Johnson’s talcum powder for many years before succumbing to mesothelioma, a cancer typically linked … Read more