Controversial bankruptcy plan would provide talcum powder lawsuit payouts for women diagnosed with cancer, but the deal faces fierce opposition in a trial that is expected to last until February 28.
The number of UK women filing talcum powder cancer lawsuits has grown significantly since the intention to file the complaints was announced last year.
Several U.S. agencies and attorneys representing claimants pursuing talcum powder cancer lawsuits have raised objections, claiming that the bankruptcy was filed in “bad faith.”
Proposed rule comes as Johnson & Johnson continues to face tens of thousands of Johnson's Baby Powder lawsuits alleging asbestos in the talc-based powder caused cancer
Talcum powder lawsuit will be sent to the U.K. High Court in January 2025, about the same time hearings will begin over J&J's third attempt to resolve the U.S. litigation through bankruptcy.
Federal government and some plaintiffs' attorneys are objecting to the bankruptcy filing, accusing Johnson & Johnson of acting in bad faith.
U.S. Trustee tells Texas Bankruptcy Judge that there is no effective difference between this plan and the two previously rejected Johnson & Johnson talcum powder bankruptcy filings.
Jury indicates Johnson & Johnson should pay additional punitive damages in the talcum powder mesothelioma verdict, which will be determined at a later date.
Filing could mean yet more delays before plaintiffs with pending talcum powder cancer lawsuits get their day in court.
Manufacturer is investigating the source of the asbestos in Dynacare Baby Powder, which may have contaminated talc at the mining site.
