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Between 2003 and 2015, 3M manufactured the Dual-Ended Combat Arms™ Earplugs that were distributed to thousands of military personnel. In a recent settlement agreement with the United States Department of Justice, 3M agreed to pay $9.1 million to resolve allegations that they knowingly sold defective earplugs to the U.S. military. These settlement proceeds will not be distributed to military personnel. Our law firm, along with experienced referral law firm partners, are pursuing civil lawsuits to obtain compensation for hearing loss damages.
Research has found evidence that links a common firefighting foam with the development of cancer in its users. Those that have been exposed to the dangerous chemicals by ingesting them orally, absorbing them through the skin, or inhaling them through the air are at risk of developing various types of cancer. If you are a veteran of a military base or a resident who lived near a military base and subsequently developed cancer from exposure to the firefighting foam, fill out our free case review to see if you are eligible for compensation without ever going to court.
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If you or a loved one are a U.S. military service member, veteran, or military contractor who suffered injuries from certain explosive terrorist devices between 2003 and 2011, you may have a claim for significant damages without ever going to court and even if you are already receiving disability or other compensation.
Research has found evidence that links a common firefighting foam with the development of cancer in its users. Those that have been exposed to the dangerous chemicals by ingesting them orally, absorbing them through the skin, or inhaling them through the air are at risk of developing various types of cancer. If you are a veteran of a military base or a resident who lived near a military base and subsequently developed cancer from exposure to the firefighting foam, fill out our free case review to see if you are eligible for compensation without ever going to court.
Talcum Powder Cancer Lawsuit
Recent reports and numerous multi-million dollar lawsuits have linked the use of talcum powder for feminine hygiene with ovarian cancer and mesothelioma. Johnson & Johnson has now agreed to stop selling its talc based powder in the United States and Canada.
What is talcum powder?
Talcum powder is made from the mineral talc, composed primarily of oxygen, silicon, and magnesium. Because of its moisture-absorbing qualities, talcum powder is widely used for hygienic purposes to deodorize or help prevent rashes.
The product has become a hot topic in the last few years with the mounting litigation against several prominent manufacturers over alleged health risks and links to cancer. The two areas of focus regarding the possible link between talcum powder and cancer are:
1. Whether regular use of talcum powder increases women’s risk of ovarian and other cancers
2. Whether talcum powder contains asbestos and if exposure to talc particles increases one’s risk of lung cancer (mesothelioma)
Does regular use of talcum powder increase the risk of ovarian and other cancers in women?
Recent reports have linked the use of talcum powder for feminine hygiene with ovarian and other cancers. The risk is associated with talc particles traveling through the cervix and settling in the ovaries. Talcum powder that settles in the ovaries can cause irritation, and repeated irritation may cause inflammation, which can lead to the development of cancer in those cells.
The FDA has not required the talcum powder industry to label talc products with a specific warning, so people remain widely uninformed of the potential dangers of this substance. Though findings from other studies have been mixed, The International Agency for Research on Cancer of the World Health Organization classifies use of talc-based body powder around the genitalia as “possibly carcinogenic to humans.”
The matter became so concerning that the nation of Qatar moved to ban Johnson & Johnson's baby powder from grocery store shelves in March of 2016 as they examined the link between the product and ovarian cancer. Johnson & Johnson is facing more than 14,000 lawsuits alleging links between its products and cancer.
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If you or a loved one has used talcum powder or Shower-to-Shower® and developed cancer, we're here to help. Fill out the intake form on this page for a free and no-obligation review of your case. We’ll help you determine if you have a claim, navigate the process, and maximize your potential compensation often without ever stepping foot in court. If you do not receive a recovery through a lawsuit or settlement, you don’t owe us anything.
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Johnson & Johnson sets aside $3.9 billion for talc-related settlements
