Florida Talcum Powder Attorney

Talcum Powder Liability Lawyers at Whittel & Melton

Talc is a mineral powder naturally found in nature and is ground finely to produce talcum powder, which is used in a variety of personal care products as it absorbs moisture and reduces friction. Talcum powder is one of the main ingredients in Johnson & Johnson’s Baby Powder and Shower to Shower products. Talc-based feminine hygiene products like sanitary napkins and tampons have been sold to women since the 1970s. Sadly, long-term use of talcum powder has been linked to the development of ovarian cancer.

When female genitals come into contact with talcum powder, this creates the ability for talc particles to move through the reproductive system and attack the ovaries. When talc embeds itself into the reproductive tissue of the ovaries and fallopian tubes, DNA damage of ovarian cells can happen, which can cause cancer cells to multiply.

If you have used products containing talcum powder like Shower to Shower, baby powder, tampons or sanitary napkins regularly, you could be at an increased risk of developing ovarian cancer. Research has shown that women who use talc-based feminine hygiene products are 30% more likely to develop ovarian cancer.

If you or someone you love has been using talcum powder in the genital area regularly and has developed ovarian cancer, you may be eligible for financial compensation through a talcum powder lawsuit. A Florida Talcum Powder Attorney at Whittel & Melton can help you understand your legal options and how best to proceed.

We encourage you to call us today at 866-608-5529 for a free consultation to learn more about your rights.

What Products Contain Talcum Powder?

While Johnson & Johnson products are the most notorious for containing talcum powder, this mineral can also be found in other products:

• CVS Brand Baby Powder
• Rite Aid Brand Baby Powder
• Family Dollar Brand Baby Powder
• Gold Bond Baby Powder
• Estee Lauder Body Powder
• Summer’s Eve Body Powder
• NARS Blush Torrid
• Maybelline Expert Wear Blush in Gentle Rose
• Clinique Stay Matte Pressed Powder
• Urban Decay Baked Bronzer Gilded
• Almay Nearly Naked Loose Powder
• Revlon ColorStay Pressed Powder
• Wet n Wild Baked Bronzer

What are the Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer?

It is estimated that every year 22,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer. While in the early stages, ovarian cancer will generally not show any symptoms. In the later stages, women who have ovarian cancer may see the following symptoms:

• Abdominal pain
• Abdominal bloating
• Vaginal bleeding
• Frequent need to urinate
• Difficulty eating
• Indigestion
• Weakness and fatigue
• Menstrual cycle irregularities
• Painful sexual intercourse

Ovarian cancer is usually treated with a combination of surgery and chemotherapy. The surgery entails removing any cancerous tissue and chemotherapy is integrated to shrink or kill any cancer cells.

Is Johnson & Johnson Responsible for Your Ovarian Cancer?

Johnson& Johnson can be held accountable for your ovarian cancer if you have been a long-term user of their products containing talcum powder and have developed ovarian cancer. Johnson & Johnson had knowledge of the potential link between its products and ovarian cancer, but failed to warn women about this hazard and instead chose to attempt to hide the problem from the public for many years. During this time, they continued to pump out these dangerous products to keep boosting their profits.

Women living with ovarian cancer must endure costly medical treatments that carry a significant physical, mental, and emotional toll on their bodies. Most are no longer able to work or provide for themselves or their families.

Our Florida Talcum Powder Attorneys at Whittel & Melton can help you and your loved ones recover financial damages for the burden that ovarian cancer has placed on you. If you believe that Johnson & Johnson or any other company that manufactures personal care products is responsible for your ovarian cancer, let us help you preserve your rights and pursue a lawsuit on your behalf to recover the justice you deserve.

Talcum Powder Lawsuits for Ovarian Cancer and Mesothelioma

Talcum powder lawsuits are used to hold manufacturers liable for failing to warn users of talc about their increased risk for developing ovarian cancer and even mesothelioma when women incorporate these products into their personal hygiene routine.

In addition to ovarian cancer, talcum powder has also been associated with respiratory issues, including mesothelioma. Before the 1970s, and even still today, some talcum products contain asbestos, which is a naturally-occurring mineral and well known carcinogen. Researchers have even noted that talc has similar chemical properties as asbestos. Like asbestos, talc is a silicate mineral that has a crystalline structure. When these minerals are ingested they can cause irritation that can lead to chronic inflammation which can ultimately result in the formation of cancerous tumors.

Recent Talcum Powder Lawsuits

March 2019: A California jury awarded $30 million to Teresa Leavitt after she was diagnosed with mesothelioma caused by the use of Johnson & Johnson talcum powder.

July 2018: A St. Louis jury awarded 22 women $4.6 billion against Johnson & Johnson for their diagnosis of ovarian cancer related to the use of baby powder and asbestos fibers.

May 2018: A jury awarded Joanne Anderson $25 million after it was demonstrated that her mesothelioma was caused by using talcum powder on her children and while she bowled.

April 2018: Stephen Lanzo was awarded $37 million in compensatory damages and $80 million in punitive damages against Johnson & Johnson after he contracted mesothelioma from using talcum powder products that contained asbestos.

August 2017: Eva Echeverria, a woman dying from stage 4 ovarian cancer from using baby powder on a daily basis from the 1950s through 2016 , received a $417 million jury verdict. This verdict included $68 million in compensatory damages and $340 million in punitive damages.

May 2017: Louis Slemp, a user of baby powder for more than 40 years, was awarded $110 million by a St. Louis jury. She was being treated for aggressive ovarian cancer that had metastasized to her liver.

November 2016: A California jury awarded $70 million to Deborah Giannecchini after she underwent radiation and chemotherapy for ovarian cancer due to using talcum powder for more than 40 years.

May 2016: Gloria Ristesund, a woman being treated for ovarian cancer, was awarded $55 million after using Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder for decades.

February 2016: A jury found that Johnson & Johnson was responsible for the death of Jacqueline Fox, who had been using talcum powder for personal hygiene for more than 35 years. Johnson & Johnson was ordered to pay $72 million, including $62 million in punitive damages.

There are more than 13,000 lawsuits currently pending in federal court against manufacturers of talcum powder as of October 2019. These lawsuits are being brought by individuals who have suffered cancer from being exposed to these products.

Contact Us Today

If you have ovarian cancer or mesothelioma that you suspect is because of using talcum powder, our Florida Talcum Powder Liability Lawyers can provide you with everything you need to know about how to proceed with a personal injury lawsuit. We will make sure you understand your rights and what the odds are of achieving a successful outcome should we pursue a talcum powder lawsuit.

We urge you to contact us today to arrange a free consultation with our Florida Talcum Powder Attorneys. You can call us statewide at 866-608-5529. Our firm routinely represents clients in the courthouses of Brooksville, Tampa, Bushnell, Gainesville, New Port Richey, Ocala, Orlando, Dade City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Inverness, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Tavares, Bartow, Daytona Beach, Jacksonville and throughout the state courtrooms of Florida and the Southern, Middle and Northern District Federal Courthouses of Florida.

We have several consultation offices throughout the state of Florida and are equipped to handle cases in Florida state and federal court.