Matthey v. Johnson & Johnson, et al.

VERDICT

Trial
04/01/24 – 04/18/24

Summary

In this talc trial, decedent Patricia Matthey developed ovarian cancer after a lifetime of using Johnson & Johnson baby powder. This powder, discovered to contain chrysotile asbestos in 2019, was voluntarily recalled from shelves.

Ms. Matthey’s husband, plaintiff Philippe Matthey, claims that this chrysotile asbestos present within J&J’s baby powder caused her ovarian cancer. Representatives for the Mattheys allege that J&J knew that the talc they used contained asbestos for decades, but concealed this fact to avoid risking lost sales.

Defendant Johnson & Johnson denies the claim that their products contain asbestos, pointing to studies conducted for decades that show no link between baby powder use and ovarian cancer. Representatives for J&J suggest that Ms. Matthey’s ovarian cancer was genetic, as she had a family history of breast cancer.

Outcome

Verdict for defendant.

SESSIONS WITH Dr. Arthur Sitelman

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