Your talcum powder routine was supposed to keep you clean and fresh, not give you cancer. For decades, millions of families across North Carolina trusted major manufacturers to provide safe personal care products, sprinkling talcum powder after showers, using it for feminine hygiene, and dusting it on their babies. What they didn’t know was that these seemingly innocent products contained deadly asbestos fibers.
At Shapiro Legal Group, PLLC, our North Carolina talcum powder attorneys have dedicated their careers to holding negligent corporations accountable and securing the compensation cancer victims deserve. If you or a loved one developed cancer after using talcum powder products, contact us today to learn how we can help you seek justice. We have considerable experience in talcum powder litigation and will fight tirelessly for justice for your family.
Talcum Powder’s Connection to Cancer and Health Problems
Talc deposits are often found right next to asbestos deposits, making it almost impossible to extract pure talc without proper safety measures. Women who used these products regularly faced significantly higher rates of ovarian cancer. Family members who breathed in the powder during application were also at risk of developing mesothelioma, a rare but deadly cancer.
Manufacturers like Johnson & Johnson knew about the risks. They had test results showing asbestos in their products, but they continued selling them as “safe for the whole family.” North Carolina residents who trusted these companies and later developed cancer deserve justice and compensation for the harm they’ve suffered.
Symptoms of Mesothelioma and Ovarian Cancer from Talc Exposure
Talcum powder lawsuits are now being filed against corporations that knowingly sold contaminated products while hiding the cancer risks from consumers. These lawsuits have been consolidated into a multidistrict litigation (MDL), which allows thousands of similar cases from across the country to be handled more efficiently in federal court. This streamlines the discovery process and ensures consistent rulings on key legal issues.
You may be eligible for a claim if:
- You regularly used talcum powder or worked with talc.
- You were diagnosed with either mesothelioma or ovarian cancer.
Symptoms of Mesothelioma and Ovarian Cancer from Talc Exposure
Ovarian cancer can be challenging to detect at first, but symptoms become progressively worse over time. Common signs include:
- Persistent abdominal bloating or swelling that doesn’t go away
- Feeling full quickly when eating, even small amounts
- Unexplained weight loss
- Ongoing discomfort or pain in the pelvic area
- Chronic fatigue that interferes with daily activities
- Persistent back pain without a clear cause
- Changes in bowel habits, including constipation
- Increased urgency or frequency of urination
Mesothelioma symptoms can take decades to appear after asbestos exposure, but may include:
- Persistent chest pain that worsens over time
- Painful, chronic coughing that doesn’t improve
- Shortness of breath during normal activities
- Unusual lumps or swelling under the chest
- Overwhelming fatigue and weakness
- Unexplained weight loss
- Abdominal pain and swelling
- Nausea and digestive issues
Contact Shapiro Legal Group, PLLC to Start Your Journey to Justice
You trusted these companies with your health, and they failed you. Now it’s time to hold them accountable for the devastation they have caused. The attorneys at Shapiro Legal Group, PLLC will fight for the compensation you deserve. Contact us today at (800) 220-0984 to schedule your free consultation and take the first step toward justice.