Talcum powder (ovarian cancer / mesothelioma)
For years, lawsuits have claimed talc body powder was linked to ovarian cancer and mesothelioma. Johnson & Johnson announced a large proposed resolution in 2026, so most new intake is informational.
- Case group
- MDL 2738
- Court
- D. New Jersey
- Centralized
- Oct 4, 2016
- Pending cases
- 69,250Sep 1, 2026
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J&J announced a $5.5B resolution of remaining ovarian talc claims (July 27, 2026), conditioned on 95% participation.
See campaigns accepting reviewsWhere things stand
- Jan 2026News outlets reported a development we are still confirming against the court record.Being verified
- Jul 27, 2026J&J announced agreement with MDL and state-court lead firms: $5.5B commitment, per-claim payments, conditioned on at least 95% participation; first payment no more than $3B in 2027.
- Aug 3, 2026News outlets reported a development we are still confirming against the court record.Being verified
Records that usually help
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- Pathology report with cancer type
- Oncology and surgical records
- Description of product brand and years used
- Any product containers or purchase evidence
- Death certificate if filing for a family member
About filing deadlines
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