Talc Researcher Asks Court to Dismiss J & J Lawsuit Against Her

A medical researcher responsible for uncovering a potential link between talc and cancer has petitioned a judge to dismiss the lawsuit pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson filed against her.  Dr. Jacqueline Moline maintains that her 2019 study linking cosmetic talc products and cancer is sound and protected by the First Amendment. Moline has served as the plaintiffs’ expert in more than 200 cases against Johnson & Johnson, alleging the company’s talc products caused consumers to develop cancer and mesothelioma, according to Reuters.  A federal court filing in Trenton, New Jersey, states that Moline’s lawyers contend the lawsuit is an effort to “intimidate” scientific experts, Reuters reported. Moline’s legal team declined to comment to the news agency. Talc Lawsuits Against Johnson & Johnson Johnson & Johnson, headquartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, has faced a growing number of talc lawsuits following the 2019 recall by J&J after traces of asbestos were found in a sample of baby powder. Currently, J&J faces more than 60,000 lawsuits claiming its talc products caused asbestos-related cancers, including ovarian cancer and mesothelioma. The company has lost billions in personal injury lawsuits. It has since stopped selling talc-based baby powder and other personal care items in the United States. Despite the settlements, J&J officials maintain the company’s talc products are safe.  Moli...
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