Tort

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

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Johnson & Johnson has faced a significant legal setback as a federal court in North Carolina has dismissed the company’s bankruptcy filing related to its talc products. This decision marks a pivotal moment, reflecting a growing backlash against the use of bankruptcy courts to resolve mass tort claims. In its latest ruling, the court determined that the company’s subsidiary, LTL Management, did not meet the criteria for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection since it lacked the necessary financial distress. The ruling comes amid ongoing litigation surrounding the company’s talc-based products, which have been … Read more

"Mass Tort Pioneer Christopher Seeger Advocates for Judicial Independence and Expands Litigation Frontiers in Eye-Opening Interview"

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In New York, the landscape of mass-tort and multidistrict litigation represents a significant aspect of American law, commanding more than 70% of the federal civil docket and involving complex cases with vast financial implications. Despite its considerable presence, this area of legal practice remains underreported, attracting less media attention than one might expect. To bridge this information gap, David Lat, a legal analyst and the author behind the “Original Jurisdiction” newsletter, recently engaged Christopher Seeger, a leading figure in mass-tort litigation and a founding partner of Seeger Weiss. Since its inception in 1999, Seeger Weiss … Read more

Johnson & Johnson Faces Legal Setback as Talc Bankruptcy Ruling Amplifies Tort Controversies

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Johnson & Johnson faced a significant setback recently as a bankruptcy court judge dismissed its controversial plan to resolve thousands of lawsuits alleging that its talc products contain cancer-causing agents. This ruling marks a crucial moment in the ongoing legal battles over talc, with implications that could resonate throughout the pharmaceutical and consumer goods industries. The judge’s decision halts Johnson & Johnson’s strategy for managing liability claims through Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company had sought to minimize its financial exposure by establishing a separate entity to handle the claims, a move that many critics viewed … Read more

Transforming Mass Tort Litigation: Wagstaff & Cartmell Pioneers Personalized Strategies from the Heart of the Midwest

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Kansas City, Missouri — Wagstaff & Cartmell, a boutique law firm specializing in mass tort cases, is carving out a unique niche by bringing its expertise across the Midwest and into nationwide attention. The firm’s strategy blends rigorous legal advocacy with a tailored approach, handling complex litigation that often flies under the radar in larger legal firms. The firm, founded by seasoned attorneys who have amassed a wealth of experience in personal injury and class action lawsuits, takes on significant cases involving a range of issues from defective medical devices to environmental disasters. Their deep … Read more