J&J Teams Up with Mass-Tort Experts to Finalize $8 Billion Talc Settlement Deal
Johnson & Johnson has reached a strategic agreement valued at $8 billion to resolve an extensive legal battle concerning allegations that its talcum powder products contained cancer-causing asbestos. The settlement, finalized with the assistance of experts in mass tort litigation, aims to address claims from thousands of individuals who allege that they developed cancer after using talc-based products. The settlement comes amid ongoing scrutiny of the safety of talc, which has become a contentious issue over the years. Critics have raised concerns about the potential health risks associated with talc use, prompting widespread litigation. As … Read more