Tens of thousands of women who used talc-based powder (such as Johnson's Baby Powder or Shower to Shower) for years were later diagnosed with ovarian cancer. The cases against Johnson & Johnson are consolidated as MDL 2738. We never sell your information.
For decades, women used talc-based powder for feminine hygiene, unaware of studies linking long-term genital talc use to ovarian cancer. Talc can also be contaminated with asbestos, which is tied to mesothelioma. More than 68,000 cases are consolidated as MDL 2738 in the District of New Jersey. Johnson & Johnson's attempts to resolve the claims through bankruptcy have been rejected by the courts, and the cases are proceeding.
The concern is twofold. Epidemiological studies have associated long-term genital use of talc-based powder with a higher rate of ovarian cancer. Separately, talc mined near asbestos can carry asbestos contamination, which is tied to mesothelioma.
Johnson & Johnson tried twice to cap its liability by moving talc claims into a subsidiary bankruptcy (the 'Texas two-step'). Courts rejected the maneuver, and the MDL 2738 cases in the District of New Jersey are moving forward, with J&J losing a series of trials in 2025 and 2026.
The documented basis for these claims:
Ovarian cancer is the core diagnosis; mesothelioma is the asbestos-contamination track.
The central diagnosis in the talc litigation, associated with long-term genital use of talc-based powder.
Tied to relaxer use: Multiple epidemiological studies reported elevated ovarian cancer rates with long-term perineal talc use.
A cancer of the lining of the lungs or abdomen caused by asbestos, which can contaminate talc.
Tied to relaxer use: Testing and testimony in the litigation indicated asbestos in some talc products.
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You do not need to prove the science on talc. Juries and courts have already weighed it. Your job is to confirm you used talc powder and were diagnosed.
Talc-based powders used for feminine or personal hygiene, most commonly Johnson's Baby Powder and Shower to Shower, along with other talc-containing body powders.
Not a global one. Johnson & Johnson's roughly $8 billion bankruptcy settlement was rejected by the court, so the cases are proceeding in litigation. That means intake is open and claims are being actively pursued.
The claims require a qualifying diagnosis (ovarian cancer or mesothelioma). Without one, there is generally no claim, though you should follow up with a doctor if you have symptoms.
There is no fixed threshold, but the strongest cases involve regular use over years. The eligibility check and attorney review sort this out.
Yes. Wrongful-death claims are part of the litigation and typically run from the date of death. The attorney will explain the documentation needed.
We connect you. The check routes qualified cases to a talc-experienced attorney, and you can accept or decline.
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