Johnson & Johnson has faced claims that it has knowingly sold asbestos-contaminated products. Asbestos is a harmful substance that can cause mesothelioma and ovarian cancer.
Here is more on the current case against Johnson & Johnson.
History of asbestos use
The three Johnson brothers founded Johnson & Johnson in 1886. At first, they manufactured sterile surgical supplies. Today, it largely produces healthcare-related products. That includes personal care supplies, like talc-based powders, which cause current mesothelioma lawsuits.
Testing products for asbestos
Throughout the years, many people have tested Johnson & Johnson’s baby powder for asbestos. These tests have found varying levels of asbestos in the talc powders. Based on the company’s response, it is probable that they knew about the contamination.
Internal tests on talc
Johnson & Johnson also funded tests on its talc powder. It likely did this to get the results that it wanted. Then, it would use these results to show that its talc powders were safe.
Litigation against Johnson & Johnson
Many victims have sued Johnson & Johnson. The first time the courts found the company guilty of causing mesothelioma was in 2018. In that case, the jury ruled that Johnson & Johnson’s baby powder caused the victim to develop cancer. That has set a precedent for more lawsuits, such as the current one involving a man from California.
Contact the attorneys at Sieben Polk for a free evaluation of your J&J cancer claim and the latest information on the pending bankruptcy case.
