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Johnson & Johnson Talc Lawsuit Settlement | Oakland News
Johnson & Johnson is offering $5.5 billion to settle 76,000 remaining talc-related lawsuits alleging its baby powder caused ovarian cancer — a deal that hinges on 95% of claimants signing on. Despite winning most trials and maintaining their stance that the products are safe, the company halted sales in the U.S. and Canada in 2020. Plaintiffs, many of whom have waited over a decade, see this as long-overdue compensation. The settlement marks a potential end to a decades-long legal battle — though a major UK lawsuit for over $1 billion remains unresolved. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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