Challenges

Johnson & Johnson Faces Setback in Talc Controversy as Bankruptcy Court Rulings Intensify Legal Challenges

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Johnson & Johnson faced a significant setback in its legal battle involving claims that its talc-based products caused cancer. A federal judge dismissed the company’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, which had aimed to shield it from thousands of lawsuits alleging that its talc contained harmful asbestos. This ruling marks a substantial moment in the ongoing fight over the liability associated with talc products. The New Jersey-based company initiated its bankruptcy proceedings in October 2021. It sought to establish a trust fund to manage legal claims while appearing to find an efficient means … Read more

Johnson & Johnson Faces Setback as Talc Bankruptcy Ruling Challenges Tort Claims Landscape

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BALTIMORE — Johnson & Johnson faced a significant setback recently as a bankruptcy judge rejected the company’s attempt to shield itself from thousands of lawsuits over its talc-based products. This decision marks a pivotal moment in ongoing legal disputes linked to the controversial powder, which has been alleged to contain cancer-causing asbestos, leading to serious health concerns among consumers. The court ruling determined that the company’s bankruptcy strategy aimed at resolving its liability for talc claims was not valid. Johnson & Johnson established a subsidiary to handle the litigation but found its plan thwarted. Legal … Read more

Johnson & Johnson Faces Setback as Bankruptcy Court Challenges Talc Litigation Strategy

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Indianapolis, Ind. — Johnson & Johnson faces significant challenges following a recent legal ruling that underscores the ongoing turbulence surrounding its talc powder products. The company had sought protection from a barrage of lawsuits concerning allegations that its talc-based goods may have caused cancer but has now encountered setbacks in both the legal arena and public perception. In a notable response to hundreds of claims, J&J’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing was aimed at consolidating pending litigation linked to its talc products. This approach, however, has faced skepticism from courts, leading to a series of unfavorable … Read more

UK’s Online Safety Act Forces Game Studios to Rethink User Interaction Features Amid Compliance Challenges

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London, England – Video game studios are reevaluating key features in their games due to new regulations introduced by the UK Online Safety Act (OSA), according to insights from a prominent law firm specializing in media and technology. In a conversation shared on September 11, 2025, Isabel Davies, a senior associate at Wiggin LLP, discussed the implications of the OSA on gaming companies. The act, which went into effect in July 2025, establishes a regulatory framework aimed at protecting users—especially children—from harmful content, encompassing both legal and illegal material. It imposes stringent requirements on platforms … Read more