Controversy

UCLA Wins Court Battle: $500 Million in Federal Research Grants Reinstated Amid Controversy Over Antisemitism Claims

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A federal court in California granted a significant financial reprieve to the University of California, Los Angeles, late Monday, reinstating approximately $500 million in federal research grants. This decision comes amid an ongoing legal battle with the Trump administration, which has accused the university of antisemitism on campus. The preliminary injunction, first reported by multiple outlets, reinstates over 500 grants from agencies such as the National Institutes of Health, the Department of Defense, and the Department of Labor. This ruling allows hundreds, possibly thousands, of UCLA researchers to continue their work. This comes after a … Read more

Johnson & Johnson Faces Setback in Talc Controversy as Bankruptcy Court Rejects Tort Claims

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Johnson & Johnson faced a significant setback as a bankruptcy court ruled against its strategy to limit liabilities resulting from claims related to its talcum powder products. This ruling comes as the pharmaceutical and consumer goods giant grapples with a growing number of lawsuits alleging that its talc-based products contain cancer-causing asbestos. Recent legal maneuvers by Johnson & Johnson had aimed to manage its exposure to these lawsuits—claims that have intensified in recent years. The company had proposed a controversial plan to transfer its talc liabilities to a subsidiary that would then file for bankruptcy. … Read more

Johnson & Johnson Faces Setback as Talc Bankruptcy Ruling Stirs Controversy Over Tort Claims

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Trenton, New Jersey – Johnson & Johnson’s efforts to navigate legal challenges have taken a significant hit following a recent defeat in a bankruptcy court. The ruling has raised questions about the company’s controversial use of talcum powder and its implications for ongoing litigation involving thousands of claims related to asbestos exposure. In a dramatic turn, the bankruptcy court dismissed a plan proposed by Johnson & Johnson to shield itself from hundreds of thousands of lawsuits tied to its talc products. This decision marks a pivotal moment as the company contends with both ongoing legal … Read more

Johnson & Johnson Faces Major Setback as Talc Bankruptcy Ruling Ignites Controversy Over Tort Lawsuits

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Johnson & Johnson faced a significant legal setback recently when a federal bankruptcy court dismissed its attempt to shield itself from thousands of lawsuits linked to its talc products. This ruling marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing debate surrounding corporate liability and tort reform. The New Jersey-based company sought protection under Chapter 11 in 2021, aiming to create a subsidiary to manage its legal responsibilities. The company argued that this move would allow them to efficiently address claims from individuals alleging that talc products caused cancer. However, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Michael Kaplan ruled against … Read more