Johnson & Johnson Slapped with $40M Verdict in Landmark Talc-Ovarian Cancer Case
A California court has awarded 40 million to two women who claimed their ovarian cancer was a result of prolonged usage of Johnson & Johnson’s talcum-based baby powder. The Los Angeles Superior Court jury distributed the payout, allotting 18 million to Monica Kent and $22 million to both Deborah Schultz and her husband. This decision was made following the conclusion that Johnson & Johnson was aware of the potential harm their products could cause for several years, yet failed to notify consumers.Erik Haa ...