Missouri Plaintiffs In Talcum Powder Lawsuit Oppose Efforts To Dismiss Claims

TheProductLawyers.com reports on a recent motion opposed by plaintiffs to dismiss Talcum powder cases.

A motion was recently filed in Missouri federal court to dismiss claims concerning talcum powder for lack of personal jurisdiction or improper venue. Plaintiffs in the cases have opposed the motion, maintaining that the defendants have ties to the state.

These cases are a few of many that have recently been filed against companies such as Johnson & Johnson claiming that their talcum powder products are directly linked to ovarian cancer. These cases follow numerous studies done over the last 45 years that have found that women who use baby powder as a feminine hygiene product are more likely to develop ovarian cancer. Johnson & Johnson has maintained denial in these claims and has previously stated that there is no link between talcum powder and ovarian cancer. The company has never released a warning about the potential risks of its Johnson’s Baby Powder and Shower To Shower products.

Three state court juries have decided that Johnson & Johnson should be held accountable for hiding decades of medical evidence from the public. Several plaintiffs have already been awarded millions of dollars in compensation and lawsuit numbers are continuing to grow. Most of the filed cases are pending in a Missouri federal court, while others have been filed in New Jersey, where Johnson & Johnson is headquartered.

Banville Law has many years of experience fighting large pharmaceutical companies who have put dangerous drugs and devices onto the market, foregoing public safety for corporate greed.

The firm is looking to assist those who believe they have been directly affected by the use of Johnson’s talcum powder. Affected individuals may be entitled to financial compensation and legal action. Banville Law is currently offering free consultations to individuals who qualify.

For more information, to schedule a consultation or to ask questions contact Banville Law at (888) 976-6742.