Talcum Powder
Stay informed with the latest developments in talcum powder litigation, scientific research, and what it means for your claim.
In a landmark development for the talc scandal, The Lancet has retracted a 1977 paper that argued against testing cosmetic talc for asbestos — after historians discovered its author was a paid Johnson & Johnson consultant who gave the company editorial control.
From billion-dollar US verdicts to the first Scottish group action, 2026 is proving to be a watershed year for talcum powder litigation. Here is what claimants need to know.
A look at the scientific evidence linking asbestos-contaminated talc to ovarian cancer and mesothelioma, and how recent revelations — including a landmark Lancet retraction — have reshaped the debate.
Everything you need to know about bringing a talcum powder compensation claim in the UK — including eligibility, the legal process, funding, and what Jones Whyte is doing to secure justice for claimants in Scotland.
Internal memos, lab reports, and company documents disclosed during legal proceedings paint a troubling picture of what major manufacturers knew about talc contamination — and when they knew it.
Examining the epidemiological studies that have established a connection between regular genital talcum powder use and an increased risk of ovarian cancer — and why courts around the world have sided with claimants.
Understanding how no win, no fee arrangements work for talcum powder claims in Scotland, what costs are covered, and why it removes the financial barrier to pursuing justice against major corporations.
From 1960s internal memos about asbestos contamination to billion-dollar verdicts and a landmark Lancet retraction in 2026 — a comprehensive chronology of how the talcum powder scandal unfolded over six decades.
A step-by-step guide to joining Jones Whyte's group action against Johnson & Johnson in the Scottish Court of Session — who qualifies, what you need, and how the process works.
Mesothelioma is almost exclusively caused by asbestos exposure — and asbestos has been found in talcum powder products used by millions. Here is what the science says and what it means for claimants.
If you or a loved one used talcum powder and has been diagnosed with a related illness, our team can help. Check your eligibility in just 2 minutes.