Lawsuits

New Mexico’s Open Government Foundation Files Lawsuits Demanding Transparency in College Athlete Revenue-Sharing Contracts

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In June 2021, the discussion around whether college athletes’ name, image, and likeness (NIL) contracts should be shielded from public disclosure took center stage. This conversation arose during a pivotal time as the NCAA accepted that athletes could earn endorsement income. At that moment, the Uniform Law Commission (ULC) was tasked with creating model legislation for states to use regarding NIL agreements, raising a critical legal question about the transparency of such contracts. The NCAA mandated that universities collect athletes’ NIL contracts to monitor compliance with existing regulations prohibiting pay-for-play arrangements. This requirement sparked considerable … 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

Unraveling the Truth: Can Asbestos Claims Spark a New Wave of Class Action Lawsuits?

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In Boston, Massachusetts, a growing number of individuals exposed to asbestos are finding themselves involved in mesothelioma class action lawsuits as the dangers of this mineral become increasingly recognized. Mesothelioma, a rare but aggressive cancer primarily linked to asbestos exposure, has sparked concern among former workers and their families who claim their health has been jeopardized by negligence. Asbestos, once widely used in construction and manufacturing for its heat resistance and insulation properties, has been banned or heavily regulated in many countries due to its health risks. When fibers from asbestos are inhaled or swallowed, … Read more

Johnson & Johnson Faces Major Setback as Bankruptcy Court Ruling Echos Growing Tensions Over Talc Lawsuits

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In Wilmington, Delaware, a notable twist unfolded in the long-standing legal battle surrounding Johnson & Johnson’s talcum powder products. The company, once facing thousands of lawsuits tied to allegations that its talc contained asbestos and caused cancer, has now seen its attempts to resolve these claims through bankruptcy court face significant obstacles. The bankruptcy court’s ruling comes on the heels of a broader backlash against “lawsuit reform” strategies that some corporations have employed to manage tort liabilities. Johnson & Johnson had previously sought to shield itself from litigation by creating a subsidiary to absorb the … Read more