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.

Case Information
Attorneys
Witnesses
Plaintiff
Defense
Judge
Hunter Carroll
Jurisdiction
12th Judicial Circuit of Florida
Court
Lynn N. Silvertooth Judicial Center
Case Number
2018CA004809
Industry
Practice Area
Products Liability
Plaintiff
Matthey, Philippe
Defense
Johnson & Johnson
Expert Witnesses
Lay Witnesses

Sessions

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PM Session
Other
2 Chapters
PM Session
Verdict
3 Chapters
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18

Recording Disclaimer: This proceeding was recorded in full.

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