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Johnson & Johnson Talc Powder Settlement

vs. Johnson & Johnson

J&J proposed an $8.9 billion settlement to resolve tens of thousands of lawsuits claiming its talc-based baby powder caused ovarian cancer and mesothelioma.

Filing Deadline
September 30, 2026
193 days remaining
Estimated Payout
$50 — $750,000
$8.9B total fund
Proof Required
Yes

Who's Eligible?

Individuals diagnosed with ovarian cancer or mesothelioma who regularly used Johnson & Johnson talc-based products.

  • Must have used J&J talc-based products (Baby Powder, Shower to Shower)
  • Must have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer or mesothelioma
  • Claims are tiered based on diagnosis severity and product usage history
  • Family members of deceased claimants may also be eligible

Proof Requirements

Medical documentation required:

  • Medical records confirming diagnosis of ovarian cancer or mesothelioma
  • Documentation of talc product usage history
  • Treatment records and medical bills

Settlement Details

Johnson & Johnson has proposed one of the largest product liability settlements in history to resolve claims that its talc-based Baby Powder and other talc products caused ovarian cancer and mesothelioma. The company plans to pay $8.9 billion over 25 years.

The settlement would resolve approximately 60,000 pending lawsuits. Individual payouts vary significantly based on the severity of injury, with cancer diagnoses receiving the highest amounts.

Case Information

Case Number2:20-bk-20007
CourtU.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of New Jersey
Settlement AdministratorBrownGreer PLC
Statusopen

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