If you are suffering from mesothelioma due to asbestos exposure then you may be entitled to claim against the companies responsible. Many big manufacturers knew about the dangers of asbestos over 50 years ago. But they still continued to use it in their products – in…
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Johnson & Johnson ordered to pay billions in baby powder suit
The dangers of asbestos have been known for a long time. Yet, the painful effects of its use in products and services continue to take its toll on unsuspecting individuals. Those who have been exposed to asbestos can develop a number of illnesses, including…
Experts in talc asbestos trial allowed to testify
The risks of asbestos in construction materials and in vehicle parts, like brake pads, is well-known. But there may be a link between asbestos-related diseases and routine products such as talcum powder. A federal court judge recently allowed thousands of plaintiffs…
New verdict directed against talcum powder distributor
We always want to believe the everyday products we use are there to make our lives better. Something rarely goes wrong with a trusted product or service, and people have a recourse in the civil courts if they harmed when it does happen. The last year has seen a…
State government sues company over health risks of talcum powder
The jury may still be out on whether or not talcum powder causes health problems on its own. The absorbent substance has long been marketed as an option for feminine hygiene or baby care. But one problem with talcum powder that cannot be overstated is possible…
Government agency may have downplayed talcum powder risks
It’s been a long journey for people who used talcum powder as a hygiene aid. After decades of targeted marketing, the substance spent years in American homes before something appeared not quite right. Many users developed rare types of cancer or suffered other health…
Talcum powder is still under investigation for health risks
People in Louisiana already have enough questions about their health due to environmental causes. Shipyards and construction sites may still have toxic amounts of asbestos lingering from earlier decades, while chemical plants along the Mississippi River have possibly…
Scientists work to connect talcum powder with cancer
Liability in cases of illness is not always easy to prove. It may feel like a case of food poisoning after going out to eat. The cause may seem obvious to you, but it may not hold up in court. This is because liability is the important issue when looking for financial…
Another large verdict casts doubt on talcum powder
Residents of Louisiana are all too familiar with major public health concerns. The industries based along the lower Mississippi River Valley have earned the area the unfortunate name of “Chemical Alley,” and thousands of workers who operated shipyards and construction…
Criminal investigation may complicate talcum powder suits
Consumer protections have come a long way since the old proverb “caveat emptor,” meaning “let the buyer beware.” Courts in Louisiana and many other states are empowered to order damages due to faulty products and falsified results surrounding them. One of the largest…