On the other hand, the Olson’s said, “We are extremely grateful for the dedication of the jury, and hope that our case raises awareness about asbestos in talc,” in a statement.
Mrs. Olson wasn’t able to attend the trial because of her ailment but her husband testified.
Jury found that Johnson’s Baby Powder caused the woman to develop mesothelioma
During the trial Mr. Olson told the jury, “She always — it was her ritual. After shower, she would use the baby powder, The times I saw it, she would pour it on her hand, apply it to her chest and pour it on her hand and do her underarms.”
According to him, his wife used the Johnson’s Baby Powder until 2015. She stopped using it when they saw a TV commercial about the possible links between talc and cancer. In 2016, Mrs. Olson was diagnosed with terminal mesothelioma and her lung was eventually removed.
In 2017, they decided to file a lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson. Over the course of the trial, the jury found that Mrs. Olson was exposed to substantial amount of asbestos that caused her to develop mesothelioma due to her routine use of Johnson’s Baby Powder for many years.
Johnson & Johnson vows to appeal the verdict
Meanwhile, Johnson & Johnson issued a statement indicating its decision to appeal the jury’s verdict.
