A successful lawsuit or claim will require you to prove an unambiguous connection between your use of talcum powder or exposure to talcum powder and the development of mesothelioma or ovarian cancer.
Our team from The Justice Now can help establish a connection between your condition and talcum powder usage and help you recover the compensation that you’re entitled to.
What Are the Criteria for a Talcum Powder Lawsuit?
For a long time, families relied on the talcum product for their regular hygiene needs, not knowing the risk of cancer it exposed them to. Sadly, the connection of ovarian cancer with asbestos-containing compounds that are found in talc products has resulted in devastating health problems and heartbreaking losses.
Suppose you’ve recently been diagnosed with this fatal form of cancer that is pervasive. In that case, it is possible that previous exposure to products such as Johnson & Johnson’s Shower to Shower could be the culprit. Finding evidence that talc products cause your health problems can make you think about what options are available to pursue justice for the apparent harm caused by companies who sell these products with no warnings of adverse negative side effects.
The Justice Now provides the information you need to determine whether you’re eligible to file a claim or join the current class action lawsuits against Johnson & Johnson and other companies that make products based on hygiene. Find out more about who is eligible to pursue action and the alternatives you can follow in the legal system.
Who Is Eligible to File a Lawsuit?
If you are looking to bring a lawsuit against the maker of a talcum powder that you have used to cause the development of cancer in you, The following conditions are generally needed:
- You have to have used a talcum powder product. Most likely, it is one made by Johnson & Johnson.
- You likely received the diagnosis of ovarian cancer between 2000 and the present day. If you are able, getting the biopsy results that show that your cancer could be connected to baby powder is ideal.
- Your diagnosis of cancer should have occurred between the ages of 22 and 65 years of age.
- Women certified to have particular genes (BRCA gene) will probably be unable to bring a lawsuit. This is because current medical research cannot determine whether asbestos particles or your genetic profile are the reason for your diagnosis.
The staff at The Justice Now can help to establish a connection between your condition and the use of talcum powder. They can also help you get the compensation you are due.
Diagnosis of Ovarian Cancer
If a physician has confirmed that you have ovarian cancer and you’ve used talcum powder in the past, you might have heard about the connection between cancer of the ovary and talcum products. A study from 1999 published in The International Journal of Cancer states that talcum powder could cause cancer of the ovaries and the areas around the peritoneal glands if talcum particles were sprayed on the genital area or on sanitary napkins.
A 1971 study entitled Talc and Carcinoma of the Ovary and Cervix described how researchers discovered talc particles within the ovarian cancer tissues. Researchers found that ovarian tumors were linked to talcum powder as well as products made from talc that include asbestos (a known carcinogen).
Johnson & Johnson, one of the biggest manufacturers of talcum powder, was aware for a long time that the talcum powder it sold was contaminated with asbestos. Many women who had used products made of talcum powder for a long time and were later diagnosed with cancer of the ovary have filed lawsuits against the manufacturers of talc for the ailments they suffered. Most juries believe that Johnson & Johnson should have informed the public about the asbestos content in their products. The multidistrict lawsuit involving the talcum powder has more than 13,000 lawsuits involving Johnson & Johnson.
Suppose a physician has diagnosed you with ovarian cancer, and you’ve had a history of applying talcum powder products to your genitals for an item for feminine hygiene. In that case, You may be able to meet the requirements for a lawsuit involving talcum powder. Contact The Justice Now at (530) 201-4340. We can assist you with the right decision if you have a strong case that protects your rights as a legal person.
Diagnosis of Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos particles. Mesothelioma is prevalent among those using insulation products, such as factory workers, railway and automotive workers, shipbuilders, gas-mask producers, construction employees and plumbers. Family members also can develop mesothelioma due to exposure to other people.
Inhaling a constant dose of talcum powder can put those who breathe it at a greater chance of developing mesothelioma. The asbestos fibres are microscopic and lodge within the lining of the lung and cause harm to the cells, leading to mesothelioma. If your doctor has identified you as having mesothelioma and has a historical past history of exposure to talcum powder and you believe that you will be able to claim talcum powder.
Be Ready to Answer These Health Questions When Hiring a Talcum Powder Attorney
If you choose to take legal action to recover damages resulting from baby powder or other talc-based products, be prepared to answer various personal health-related questions. Your lawyer must know the answers to these questions to determine the type of evidence you have, what’s not and whether you’re qualified to sue for damages:
How Long Have You Used Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder?
This is a crucial issue. The answer can help your lawyer determine if powder consumption is the primary cause of the diagnosis of cancer. In general, it takes continuous exposure to asbestos contained in these products to cause this kind of health problem. Be aware, however, that these instances aren’t necessarily based on using these products for personal use. For example, mothers who applied the powder to their infant children frequently inhaled it during the application process, exposing their lungs to the dangerous ingredients contained in the product.
This will also confirm that your case complies with the time limit conditions for filing an injury claim.
Was Your Talcum Powder Use for Intimate Hygiene Issues?
Understanding how you used baby powder or other products made of talc could aid your personal injury lawyer in determining how you were exposed. Applying this talc powder to intimate body parts, such as the peritoneum, is standard practice. As a matter of fact, up until the time that research revealed the dangerous asbestos-based traces that were present in the chemical formula of this popular product for hygiene, it was an integral part of a woman’s everyday female routine up to the 19th century.
When Did You Receive Your Cancer Diagnosis?
This inquiry will not only help determine the value of your financial losses but also determine whether you are eligible to bring a lawsuit. Furthermore, proving proof of your damages and the time you have spent suffering the losses will also guarantee that you will qualify for a settlement in compensation.
Have You Had Cancer Before, or Any of Your Family Members?
Since baby powder was a favorite with all household members, It’s possible that your family members, too, have been diagnosed with cancer as a result of using the talc. Also, recovering from cancer, only to have it return, helps set the foundation for proof that these products caused the body long-term harm.
Contact A Talcum Powder Lawsuit Lawyer
If your doctor has diagnosed you with mesothelioma or cancer of the ovary and you’re not sure if you have the right to bring a lawsuit against talcum powder, get in touch with our lawyers as soon as possible. We will help you determine whether your chance of developing cancer was due to using the powder for feminine hygiene products or from exposure to talcum products during your work. If we accept your case, we’ll create a convincing argument on your behalf and then determine the amount of compensation you are entitled to. Please call The Justice Now at +1(530) 201-4340 or click here to schedule your free case Evaluation. We operate on a contingency basis, meaning that you do not pay us anything unless you receive compensation in your case.
