Talcum Powder Mesothelioma Lawsuit
The Oakland mesothelioma lawsuit filed against J&J was heard in closing arguments yesterday. The 24-year-old plaintiff revealed his personal story of devastation and fear over his cancer diagnosis.
Over the past 14 months, J&J has scored a series of defense verdicts in trials involving talcum powder. One colossal ruling could change the talcum-powder kaleidoscope.
What is Mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that affects the mesothelium. This is the lining of the membrane or lining which surrounds certain organs in the body. Mesothelioma is triggered by cancerous cells that reside in the mesothelium's lining. People who have been exposed to asbestos could develop this rare form of cancer.
Asbestos is made up of an assortment of minerals that contain thin fibers. It was utilized in a variety of ways, such as insulation, fire retardant and in the manufacture and construction industries. Asbestos exposure is the most frequent in industries like construction and the U.S. Navy and mining. These industries are at a greater chance of being exposed to mesothelioma.
A mesothelioma diagnosis can be complicated and requires a range of tests. A doctor can measure fluid buildup in the abdomen or chest, or remove mesothelium to examine under microscope. Depending on the results, doctors can determine if it is mesothelioma, or rule it out. A biopsy is usually the only way to determine mesothelioma.
Patients and their families who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma are facing significant financial difficulties. They also have to deal with the pain, suffering and diminished capacity to earn a living with mesothelioma treatment. These expenses can quickly add up particularly when the patient or family members require several types of treatment.
Mesothelioma can be fatal, and it usually takes years before symptoms appear. The symptoms vary from fatigue to bloody coughing, and difficulty breathing. Frequently, these symptoms do not appear until several years or even decades following the initial exposure to asbestos.
When mesothelioma does develop, it is classified as benign or malignant. Benign tumors of the mesothelium are non-cancerous and do not expand to other parts of the body. Malignant mesothelioma, on contrary is a deadly and rapidly growing cancer that is rapidly increasing.
A mesothelioma settlement is a legal procedure that sees the victims or their heirs file a lawsuit with the asbestos-related companies responsible for exposure and the company compensates the victim in a lump-sum. This compensation can be used to pay for funeral expenses, medical bills and living expenses.
How Does Asbestos Cause Mesothelioma?
Asbestos is a mineral that occurs naturally that is often found in close proximity with talc. Because the two minerals have similar geological formations, many people who worked in asbestos were also exposed to talcum powder. So, if talcum powder was manufactured using raw materials that contained asbestos, it may have put the people who used the product at risk for mesothelioma. Exposure to asbestos may occur in a variety other ways. For example, asbestos-contaminated talcum powder could have been used in asbestos-reinforced cosmetics and personal hygiene products such as mascara, lipstick, foundation and deodorant.
Asbest-contaminated talcum powder also employed in industrial formulations, which exposed workers in the mining and manufacturing industries. The workers who handled the talcum powder-containing products could then carry the dust home with them on their clothes and shoes and potentially expose family members to asbestos.
Women who use talcum to maintain feminine hygiene are at a greater risk of developing mesothelioma because the dust can get into genital areas and cause cancer. The asbestos-contaminated talcum powder can also be inhaled, which can lead to pleural mesothelioma.
The symptoms of mesothelioma could take a long time to manifest, so those who have been exposed to talcum powder containing asbestos for a long period of time are at heightened risk. The type of mesothelioma that is asbestos-containing determines the severity and prognosis. Pleural mesothelioma is usually associated with chest pain, and difficulty breathing. Peritoneal mesothelioma is often accompanied by abdominal swelling, pain, and distension. Pericardial Mesothelioma can cause symptoms like heart murmurs and heart palpitations.
Lawyers who have expertise in mesothelioma cases understand that asbestos exposure occurs in many ways and may originate from a variety sources. Anyone with mesothelioma, or someone in the family who is suffering from symptoms associated with the disease, should consult with a mesothelioma attorney as soon as they can.
Mesothelioma lawyers can help patients receive compensation for medical expenses loss of wages, as well as other damages. A lawyer can examine medical documents, test results and other evidence to determine the victim's best strategy to seek compensation.
How Can I Find a Pleural Mesothelioma Attorney who specializes in Talcum Powder?
Talcum powder has been used in feminine hygiene products as well as mineral for over 100 years. However it has been linked to various types of cancer, including mesothelioma and ovarian cancer. If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, or ovarian cancer, a talcum powder lawsuit could help you recover reimbursement for medical expenses and other costs related to the diagnosis. A qualified talcum powder attorney from The Carlson Law Firm can evaluate your claim and determine whether you have a legal case against Johnson & Johnson.
In the last few months two juries from different states have handed down substantial verdicts against Johnson & Johnson in talcum-powder mesothelioma lawsuits. In one instance, a jury gave $18.1 to the family of a woman who died due to mesothelioma caused by asbestos that was found in J&J's talcum products. In a different mesothelioma talcum powder case the jury awarded $29,000,000 for the plaintiff's wrongful death lawsuit.
This month, a third mesothelioma lawsuit involving talcum powder against J&J will be tried. The woman's lawyers claim that she contracted mesothelioma following using J&J talcum powder for a long time to cleanse her vagina. The lawsuit alleges that J&J failed to warn consumers about the risks of mesothelioma from talcum powder and led to her illness and wrongful death.
Seven new cancer cases involving talcum powder have been added to the Multidistrict Litigation (MDL) against Johnson & Johnson. The MDL includes more than 16,000 claims from women who were diagnosed with ovarian cancer after using talcum powder from J&J.
The MDL was created after a judge decided that J&J's baby powder as well as other talcum powder products were linked to cancer of the ovary in a variety of cases. The company denies the allegations. However, tests of old bottles J&J talcum powder from homes and the J&J corporate office has shown that the products may contain asbestos.
J&J's bankruptcy has slowed settlement talks. However our talcum lawyers are continuing to fight for the victims and their loved ones. Our team will keep updating this page as settlement information becomes available.
What are the potential damages in a talcum powder pleural mesothelioma case?
Asbestos patients who have developed mesothelioma are entitled to damages for medical expenses, lost income and pain and suffering. You can also be awarded compensation for emotional distress and loss of companionship caused by mesothelioma. Compensation is also available for the death of loved family members.
Hemet mesothelioma lawyers who have used talcum powder that were contaminated by asbestos have been diagnosed with a type of mesothelioma known as pleural mesothelio. This type of mesothelioma could be fatal and affects the lining in the lung. Many victims claim that asbestos-contaminated talcum powder from Johnson & Johnson and other manufacturers caused their mesothelioma.
Plaintiffs allege that J&J was aware of the risks associated with asbestos of its talcum powder as well as other talcum products, but failed to warn consumers. They assert that J&J also concealed asbestos test results and conducted flawed tests.
Johnson & Johnson is facing many lawsuits from women who developed ovarian carcinoma following the use of its products containing talcum powder. They believe that the company knew about the connection between talcum powder and ovarian cancer for decades, but continued to market its talcum powder as safe.
Johnson & Johnson is being sued over talcum powder claims that asbestos is found in the talc used make their Baby Powder and Shower To Shower products. The powder is used on the genitals and can be inhaled, which can cause asbestos fibers to become trapped in the lung. These asbestos fibers have been known to cause serious illnesses like ovarian cancer and lung fibrosis.
J&J has denied the allegations and claims that their talcum products are safe. The lawsuit against talcum powder has already resulted billions of dollars to be paid to mesothelioma sufferers and their families.
The law firm of Cooney & Conway represents clients who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, or any other asbestos-related disease, because of long-term exposure to the talcum powder. Attorneys at the firm are experienced in handling mesothelioma cases involving talcum powder and can assist you in understanding your legal rights. Contact us today to receive a free evaluation of your case.