Barden v. Johnson & Johnson
Trial
07/15/19 – 09/11/19
Summary
In this cosmetic talc trial, four plaintiffs claim they developed mesothelioma after years of using Johnson & Johnson's baby powder. Plaintiffs sue Johnson & Johnson, claiming that asbestos in the talc powder caused their mesothelioma.
Plaintiffs assert that internal documents show how Johnson & Johnson knew their powder contained asbestos, yet hid it from the public for years for profit.
Representatives for defendant Johnson & Johnson claim their baby powder does not contain asbestos, with the plaintiffs' studies supposedly relying upon flawed science.
Outcome
Verdict for plaintiffs.
Total damages: $37.3 million, with punitive damages to be awarded in a future proceeding.
- Plaintiff
- Defense
- Verdict
- $37,300,000
- Judge
- Ana Viscomi
- Jurisdiction
- New Jersey Superior Court, Middlesex County
- Court
- Middlesex County Courthouse
- Case Number
- MID-L-1809-17
- Industry
- Chemical, Manufacturing
- Practice Area
- Asbestos, Products Liability, Toxic Torts
Sessions
| Description | Attorney | Witness | Presence | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 00:00:00 | General Case Activities | ||||
| 00:17:39 | Opening Statement | Maimon, Moshe | |||
| 01:55:12 | General Case Activities | ||||
| 01:55:56 | End of Session |
Recording Disclaimer: This proceeding was recorded in full.