The third bankruptcy attempt by a Johnson & Johnson subsidiary was dismissed by a Texas judge. J&J has sought to use Chapter 11 bankruptcy to settle thousands of claims of plaintiffs who allege talc in J&J products caused their cancer.
Case Overview
Research has found that using products containing talcum powder in the genital area may increase the risk of developing ovarian cancer and other diseases. One example of a talcum powder product is Johnson & Johnson’s baby powder. If you or a loved one have suffered a health condition that you believe is linked to using products with talc, you may be eligible to file a talcum powder lawsuit.
Important talcum powder lawsuit updates
- July 2025: The total number of claims in the Johnson & Johnson Talcum Powder Products MDL is now 63,693.
- May 2025: The total number of claims in the Johnson & Johnson Talcum Powder Products MDL is now 58,643.
- March 2025: A Texas judge dismissed the Chapter 11 bankruptcy case of Johnson & Johnson’ subsidiary, Red River Talc, which was aimed at settling thousands of talc claims. This was the third bankruptcy attempt by a J&J subsidiary that has been dismissed.
- December 2024: In response to the rising number of talcum powder lawsuits, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced new standardized testing for cosmetic products made with talc. This testing is meant to detect asbestos contamination in products.
Key takeaways about talcum powder lawsuits
- The use of talcum powder products has been associated with an increased risk of certain forms of cancer, including ovarian cancer.
- People who have developed cancer or other health conditions after using talc-based products may be eligible to file a talcum powder lawsuit.
- More than 58,000 people have sued Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiaries as part of coordinated multidistrict litigation (MDL) in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey.
What are talcum powder lawsuits?
People are filing talcum powder lawsuits against Johnson & Johnson (J&J) and associated companies for selling talcum powder products that allegedly lead to the development of ovarian cancer. In these cases, women and their families allege that regular and prolonged exposure to products like Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder caused their cancer.
Other plaintiffs have alleged that they’ve developed cancers like fallopian tube cancer and mesothelioma. Mesothelioma may develop after exposure to asbestos-contaminated talc.
Plaintiffs in these talcum powder lawsuits seek compensatory and punitive damages for the injuries that have disrupted their lives.
At the beginning of May 2025, 58,643 active lawsuits had been filed as part of a multidistrict litigation (MDL) action in federal court. These cases are coordinated for pretrial discovery in In re Johnson & Johnson Talcum Powder Products Marketing, Sales Practices and Products Liability Litigation, MDL No. 2738, overseen by Judge Michael A. Shipp.
Female talcum powder uses
Talc is a naturally occurring mineral mined from the earth. It is refined and milled to create talc products, including talcum powder, cosmetics, baby powder or body powder. People may use these products in their daily hygiene routine.
Using talcum powder on the genitals and perineal area has been associated with an increased risk of ovarian cancer. Scientists think talcum powder applied to the genital area may travel to the ovaries, causing inflammation. This may happen if the product is directly applied to the area or a sanitary napkin.
Important talcum powder terms
- Asbestos: A naturally occurring mineral fiber often used in construction materials. It can cause health conditions such as asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma.
- Carcinogen: A substance capable of causing cancer.
- Mesothelioma: A type of cancer caused by asbestos exposure that affects the thin lining of the lungs, abdomen or heart.
- Talc: A naturally occurring mineral used to make talcum powder. It is often found in rock that also contains asbestos.
News on Johnson & Johnson talcum powder lawsuits
03.31.25
Judge dismissed third bankruptcy attempt
03.18.25
J&J argued against paying for extra damages
Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiaries argued that it didn’t act with bad intentions and shouldn’t be responsible for paying a Connecticut man $30 million in extra damages for his lung cancer claims.
02.18.25
Trial begins in Red River Talc Chapter 11 Case
Trial began in Johnson & Johnson subsidiary, Red River Talc LLC’s attempt to resolve talc litigation through Chapter 11 bankruptcy. This $10 billion bankruptcy case went before a Texas judge.
02.04.25
MDL numbers grew leading into February
The total number of cases in the docket is 58,206 as of February 3, 2025.
12.26.24
FDA announced new testing for talc in cosmetics
In response to the growing concern that talcum powder contains asbestos, the FDA announced new testing for cosmetic products made with talc. This new testing detects asbestos contamination in cosmetic products.
11.08.24
Insurance carriers urged judge to reject plan
A group of insurance carriers that provided insurance coverage to Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiaries urged a Texas bankruptcy judge to reject the plan disclosure statement of J&J subsidiary, Red River Talc. According to the insurers, the disclosure statement — filed by Red River Talc— should be deemed “unconfirmable.” The insurance carriers also claimed that Johnson & Johnson has “made it clear that it intends to saddle its insurers with responsibility to pay.”
11.01.24
November report revealed jump in MDL numbers
Plaintiffs continued to file J&J talcum powder lawsuits, bringing the total number of cases in the docket to 58,198 at the start of November.
10.01.24
J&J used subsidiaries as a shield
Johnson & Johnson continued to use subsidiaries as a shield against talcum powder lawsuits and liabilities. Under its subsidiary Red River Talc LLC, Johnson & Johnson attempted to use Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings to resolve talc litigation. This was the company’s third attempt to use Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings in this way. The U.S. Trustee (part of the Department of Justice) called the tactics of Johnson & Johnson “a textbook example of bad faith.”
10.01.24
MDL numbers went up heading into October
More plaintiffs affected by J&J’s talcum powder products filed cases, bringing the total number of actions in the MDL to 58,052 at the start of October.
07.01.24
J&J paid into bankruptcy fund
Johnson & Johnson agrees to pay into Imerys’s bankruptcy fund. J&J agreed to pay $505 million into the talc supplier’s planned Chapter 11 bankruptcy trust. The proposed payment would still be made even if J&J attempts another bankruptcy petition of its own. A Delaware court will review the offer.
05.01.24
J&J advanced potential third bankruptcy
Johnson & Johnson announced its intent to solicit votes in support of a third bankruptcy filing of a subsidiary company that holds liability for talc-based claims. The solicitation seeks votes in support of a bankruptcy plan that would direct $6.48 billion to resolve all current and future lawsuits that claim the company’s talc-based products have caused injury.
01.01.23
J&J bankruptcy plan was rejected
The company’s plan to resolve talcum powder litigation by offloading the liability to a subsidiary was rejected. The Third Circuit Court of Appeals held that Johnson & Johnson subsidiary, LLT Management LLC, didn’t have a legitimate need to declare bankruptcy. This decision allowed cases against the company to resume.
08.11.22
J&J stopped global production of talc-based baby powder
Johnson & Johnson announced in 2022 that it would stop selling talc-based baby powder products worldwide in 2023. The company also announced that it would replace those products with cornstarch-based products, following the lead of other global companies.
09.19.22
J&J bankruptcy plan was rejected
The company’s plan to handle talcum powder cases by offloading them to a subsidiary was rejected. The Third Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia found that Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiary didn’t have a legitimate need to declare bankruptcy. This decision allowed cases against the company to resume.
10.12.21
J&J restructured and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Johnson & Johnson created a subsidiary to handle talcum powder claims and liabilities. The subsidiary filed for bankruptcy two days after being created, devising a plan to create a trust fund to handle future claims. This plan is known as the “Texas Two Step” and is an effort by companies to sidestep their liabilities.
04.27.20
Talc litigation against Johnson & Johnson can continue
A U.S. District Court Judge in New Jersey ruled that thousands of women alleging Johnson & Johnson baby powder and other talc-based products caused their ovarian cancer could move forward with their claims. Johnson & Johnson had sought to bar expert testimony from trial. However, after hearing both plaintiffs’ and defendants’ arguments, U.S. District Court Judge Freda Wolfson ruled that experts would be allowed to testify in trial about studies showing a link between talcum powder exposure to genitals and ovarian cancer.
01.01.20
J&J stopped producing talc-based baby powder in North America
Johnson & Johnson announced in 2020 that it would end production of its talc-based baby powder products in the U.S. and Canada.
10.24.19
Major retailers pulled Johnson & Johnson baby powder
In October 2019, multiple major retailers removed all 22-ounce bottles of Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder from store shelves.
12.01.18
Internal documents pointed to awareness Johnson & Johnson had of potential asbestos in talcum powder
Previously confidential company documents indicate that Johnson & Johnson allegedly knew about the presence of asbestos in its talcum powder. A Reuters investigation showed that the company did not make these findings public for decades.
10.04.16
J&J talcum powder MDL is established
On October 4, 2016, cases against Johnson & Johnson were consolidated into multidistrict litigation in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey. This MDL is In re Johnson & Johnson Talcum Powder Products Marketing, Sales Practices and Products Liability Litigation, MDL No. 2738.
02.22.16
Johnson & Johnson found liable for woman’s ovarian cancer
Jacqueline Fox was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2013 and passed away in 2015 from the disease. She claimed her use of Johnson & Johnson’s baby powder and Shower to Shower powder led to her cancer diagnosis. The jury found Johnson & Johnson liable and awarded $10 million in actual damages and $62 million in punitive damages to the woman’s family.
12.04.09
The first talc lawsuit against J&J
The first talc lawsuit filed against Johnson & Johnson to reach a jury was filed by a South Dakota woman in 2009. Her case alleged the company’s baby powder products contributed to her ovarian cancer diagnosis. In 2013, a jury verdict found Johnson & Johnson negligent for its failure to warn women of an increased cancer risk from using its products.
Who qualifies for the talcum powder lawsuit?
You may be eligible to bring a personal injury lawsuit against manufacturers of talcum powder product if:
- You regularly used talcum powder products.
- You are diagnosed with cancer linked to talc products.
- A talcum powder product is linked to your cancer diagnosis.
The most common defendants in talcum powder product cases are Johnson & Johnson and its various subsidiaries. They represent manufacturers and distributors of several talc-containing products.
Previous defendants include Imerys Talc America, Inc. and Personal Care Products Council (PCPC). Imerys is a talc mining and distribution company that supplied Johnson & Johnson’s talc. PCPC is an American trade organization for the cosmetics and personal care products industries. It influences governmental agencies on issues concerning the marketing and sales practices of these products. The council’s actions have had an impact on the talc product landscape in the U.S.
More than 58,000 people have filed lawsuits alleging harm caused by the genital use of talcum powder products. Because of the large volume of talc cases, federal district courts have coordinated many lawsuits into a single multidistrict litigation (MDL) docket. Coordination can ease the burden on district courts while still allowing injured parties to individually pursue justice for the harms they experience.
Class action lawsuit vs. mass tort multidistrict litigation (MDL)
Mass tort refers to civil litigation where many people file individual lawsuits against common defendants for similar harms. Class actions and mass torts are two different types of litigation.
- Class action lawsuits: This is when a few plaintiffs file the lawsuit to represent a larger group of people that share common issues. If plaintiffs settle or win their case, the resolution is binding on all members of the class unless they choose to opt-out.
- MDL: Plaintiffs with similar claims and same defendants are grouped together for pretrial discovery to help the court work more efficiently. Unlike a class action suit, cases in an MDL are tried individually. If there’s a favorable decision or settlement offer, it’s generally not divided among plaintiffs equally.
For talcum powder lawsuits, you can file an individual lawsuit that may become part of the MDL. Speaking with talcum powder lawsuit lawyers can help you understand your legal options.
What kind of damages are available in a talcum powder lawsuit?
Damages, often called “payouts,” may help compensate individuals for their injuries. In talcum powder or baby powder lawsuits, “injury” encompasses ovarian cancers.
In a talc-related lawsuit, you may be eligible to sue for damages for:
- Healthcare costs associated with injuries caused by talcum powder use
- Lost wages for time you missed at work because of your health issues
- Pain and suffering you experienced
- Wrongful death of a loved one
In addition to the above damages, an individual may also be awarded “punitive damages.” This occurs when a court punishes a defendant for especially flagrant abuse of the law.
Plaintiffs who have filed talcum powder lawsuits against Johnson & Johnson have won both compensatory and punitive damages. For example, in 2018, a Missouri jury awarded 22 women and their families nearly $5 billion in compensatory and punitive damages from Johnson & Johnson. On appeal, a different court reduced the compensation. However, it still held that J&J was liable for the harm.
Any compensation you may receive depends on the unique facts of your case. It may also depend on whether you are able to settle your claims and what a judge or jury awards you if your case is tried. An attorney with experience handling toxic exposure and medical claims can discuss what damages may be available to you.
Payouts in talcum powder cancer lawsuits
A few talcum powder cancer settlements and jury awards include:
- $4.9 billion to families of women who developed ovarian cancer linked to talcum powder use: In 2018, 22 women and their families were awarded $550 million in compensatory damages and $4.14 billion in punitive damages against Johnson & Johnson by a Missouri court. An appellate court later reduced the total compensation to $2.1 billion for the plaintiffs.
- $417 million award to woman with cancer: In 2017, a California jury returned a $417 million verdict against Johnson & Johnson. The plaintiff alleged the company failed to warn consumers about potential cancer risks. She also alleged that regularly using Johnson & Johnson baby powder caused her ovarian cancer.
- $100 million to people claiming a link between talc and cancer: In 2020, Johnson & Johnson agreed to settle over 1,000 lawsuits for more than $100 million. The lawsuits collectively alleged a link between Johnson & Johnson talc-based products and cancers.
- $72 million to the family of a woman who passed away from cancer: In 2016, a Missouri jury awarded the family $72 million, including $62 million in punitive damages. The woman used Johnson & Johnson’s baby powder for more than 35 years before she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She passed away at 62 years old.
The plaintiffs in the above talc lawsuits were not represented by Motley Rice. The outcomes of these cases are not guarantees of any future settlement or jury award. The damages available may be different depending on the facts of your case. A talcum powder attorney can help you assess what compensation may be available to you.
What proof is needed in an ovarian cancer talcum powder lawsuit?
If you used talcum powder and were diagnosed with ovarian cancer, you may have a case and may be eligible for compensation. For your case to proceed, you will need to show proof that:
- You regularly used a talcum powder product: Evidence such as proof of purchase, physical evidence and testimony can help prove this.
- You were diagnosed with a cancer caused by talc or asbestos-contaminated talc: You will need to collect your medical records proving your ovarian cancer diagnosis. This includes receipts, insurance claims and other cost documentation, which are used to determine any award amounts you may receive.
- Your ovarian cancer is linked to the talcum powder product: There will need to be a clear link between ovarian cancer and the talcum powder product you regularly used.
Your lawyer can help you find, gather and organize all of this information. They will use it to build your potential case and file a lawsuit for you if you are eligible.
If you believe that you have a claim, consider contacting an attorney as soon as possible. Depending on what state you live in, a statute of limitations (SOL) may limit the time you have to file a claim. If you do not file your claim within the SOL, you may lose the right to file in the future.
Motley Rice’s experience handling J&J talcum powder lawsuits
Motley Rice has experience litigating talcum powder lawsuits. Our team has been lead counsel in two separate trials litigating the harms caused by talcum powder.
Motley Rice attorneys Daniel Lapinski and Carmen Scott are members of the Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee (PSC) for the current federal multidistrict litigation (MDL). This committee is for cases alleging Johnson’s Baby Powder and other talc-based products caused ovarian cancer.
Dan also serves as co-chair of the Law & Briefing Committee, and Carmen is co-chair of the Bellwether Selection Committee. As of May 2025, more than 58,000 cases were pending in federal court for the MDL, In re Johnson & Johnson Talcum Powder Products Marketing, Sales Practices and Products Liability Litigation.
Contact a talcum powder lawsuit attorney
If you or someone you know used talcum powder and developed ovarian cancer, mesothelioma or another cancer you may have a talcum powder claim.
Please contact medical attorney Carmen Scott by email or call 1.800.768.4026 to learn more about talcum powder lawsuits.
Talcum powder and ovarian cancer links
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) is an intergovernmental agency that researches the causes of cancer. It classifies using talc-based body powder around the genitals as possibly carcinogenic to humans. This classification was influenced by years of research on the increased risk of ovarian cancer for people who apply talcum powder to sanitary napkins or directly to their genitals.
Studies point to the potential increased cancer risk from using talcum powder products. For example:
- A 2024 study shows a link between intimate care products and hormone-related cancers. The study was published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology in May 2024. The results suggested an increased risk of developing ovarian cancer after genital talc use.
- A 2019 study examines a talc link to cancer. In 2019, Elsevier Inc. published a systematic review of the evidence linking talcum powder to ovarian cancer. This study concluded that “talc is a possible cause of cancer in humans based on the totality of evidence from multiple observational studies.”
- 2018 studies find an increase in ovarian cancer risk. In 2018, two meta-analyses were published. These meta-analyses concluded that the use of talcum products increased the risk of ovarian cancer.
- 2018 studies explore talc effects. In 2018, a study found that talc affects the “redox state” in human ovarian cells, a known biological pathway to cause cancer. The scientists concluded that this study demonstrated how talc causes ovarian cancer.
- A 2016 study links talc use to greater ovarian cancer risk in African American women. In 2016, a University of Virginia researcher studied the risk of cancer from talc use in African American women specifically. Prior data had found high levels of talcum powder use among this group. This study confirmed that using talc in the genital area increases ovarian cancer risk.
Dozens of other studies, analyses and meta-analyses have found similar results. Talcum powder use is linked to ovarian cancer, and the more a person uses it, the greater their risk.
Talcum powder and asbestos
Studies on how exactly talcum powder products lead to cancer are still ongoing. Some studies have found that talc affects cells during their re-oxygenation state. Other studies have suggested that asbestos contamination in talc products could lead to cancer in some people.
One 2020 study linked 75 cases of mesothelioma cancer to exposure to talcum powder contaminated with asbestos, a known carcinogen. Natural asbestos deposits may occur near talc, the mineral used for talcum powder. The physical proximity between asbestos and talc makes contamination possible.
Other studies have shown that talcum powder products are dangerous whether or not they are contaminated with asbestos. In the early 1990s, the United States National Toxicology Program published a study on the toxicity of non-asbestos form talc. The study found talc is carcinogenic, even without asbestos fibers present.
Talcum powder and cancer research timeline
2024
IARC declared talc as “probably carcinogenic”
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) reviewed evidence on the potential link between talc and cancer. They declared talc as “probably carcinogenic to humans.”
2016
FDA bans powdered surgical gloves
The FDA implemented a full ban on powdered surgical gloves. The agency did so because of the clear evidence that powdered gloves represented a risk to patients.
2013
Cancer Prevention Research published a study
Cancer Prevention Research published a study that suggested an increased risk of ovarian cancer for women using talcum powder near their groin. The study found the risk to be between 20% to 30% higher for these women.
2010
The WHO published a paper
The World Health Organization (WHO) International Association for the Research of Cancer (IARC) published a paper that labeled perineal use of talcum powder a human carcinogen. The IARC decided to label talc used around female genitals as a Group 2B human carcinogen after discovering a 30% to 60% increased risk of ovarian cancer among women who regularly used talcum powder.
2006
Imerys Talc began including potential cancer risk warnings
Imerys Talc began including potential cancer risk warnings on the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) it included when selling talc to Johnson & Johnson.
1996
The FDA recommended changes to condom manufacturing
The FDA recommended that the condom industry stop the practice of dusting condoms with talc over concerns about the health impact of talc. The condom industry agreed and stopped producing condoms with talc.
1994
Cancer Prevention Coalition letter to Johnson & Johnson
The Cancer Prevention Coalition sent a letter to Johnson & Johnson over concerns of talcum powder contributing to ovarian cancer risk. The letter suggested studies dating back to the 1960s provided evidence of the association. They requested that Johnson & Johnson either add a warning label to its talc products or replace them with cornstarch-based powders. The Cancer Prevention Coalition also petitioned the FDA, requesting a cancer warning label for cosmetic products that contained talc.
Early 1990s
Published research found evidence of carcinogenic activity
The United States National Toxicology Program published research that found evidence of carcinogenic activity from talc. This study on the toxicity of talc suggested that talc was carcinogenic with or without the presence of asbestos-like fibers. The FDA asked manufacturers to remove talc from surgical gloves over growing evidence of adhesions — scar tissue that may form as a reaction to a foreign body — in surgical patients.
1986
Johnson & Johnson acknowledged concerns over talcum powder
Johnson & Johnson acknowledged concerns about some of its cosmetic products, noting the studies had found a link between female genital use of talc powder and ovarian cancer.
Early 1980s
The first epidemiological studies on the impact of talcum powder
The first epidemiological studies — studies that look at how conditions impact populations — found increased risks for ovarian cancer in those reporting female genital talc use. Shortly after the publication of the first study, Dr. Bruce Semple of Johnson & Johnson advised that the company should add a warning label to its talc products. More than 20 epidemiological studies published since the early 1980s further corroborate the link between talcum powder use and ovarian cancer.
1976
CTFA issued talc guidelines in cosmetics
The Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrances Association (CTFA) announced new guidelines regarding talc use in United States cosmetic products. Any talc used in these products must be free from asbestos to protect consumers from cancer. However, these guidelines were voluntary.
1976
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) was formed
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) was formed. This body was called an independent regulatory body for the cosmetic industry. However, it was funded entirely by the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC), a trade organization that has been heavily influenced by Johnson & Johnson and Imerys Talc.
Early 1970s
The first studies linking cancer and talcum powder
The first studies emerged suggesting a link between talc and ovarian cancer.
Talcum powder lawsuit lawyer discusses discontinuation of baby powder
Watch Motley Rice attorney Carmen Scott discuss Johnson & Johnson discontinuing production of talc-based baby powder products in the U.S. and Canada:
The cases against Johnson & Johnson are some of the most highly publicized talc lawsuits in history and have been building for more than a decade.
Frequently asked questions about talcum powder lawsuits
Why was talcum powder banned?
Talcum powder has not been banned in the U.S., though Johnson & Johnson stopped producing talc-based baby powder globally as of 2023. It stopped selling talc-based baby powder in the U.S. and Canada in 2020 amid public concern over its reported link to ovarian cancer.
Did Johnson and Johnson settle the talcum powder lawsuit?
Talcum powder lawsuits under the multidistrict litigation (MDL) are still ongoing. This means that eligible people may be able to join others who have filed suits for injuries they’ve suffered from talcum powder use.
After having a third bankruptcy attempt dismissed, Johnson & Johnson says it’s now focused on litigating the talcum powder cases in the MDL.
What is the average payout for a talcum powder lawsuit?
The actual payout for a talcum powder lawsuit can vary substantially, based on the unique facts of the case. A few talcum powder settlements and jury awards have included amounts in the millions and billions of dollars. However, the outcomes of these cases aren’t guarantees of any future settlement or jury award.
A talcum powder attorney can help you assess what compensation may be available to you and help you comply with any talcum powder lawsuit filing deadlines.
Does Johnson & Johnson baby powder still have talc?
No, Johnson & Johnson baby powder no longer contains talc as an ingredient. In 2023, the company stopped selling talc-based baby powder and replaced these products with cornstarch-based products.
Our experience representing women hurt by toxic exposure
Motley Rice attorneys lead litigation brought by thousands of women harmed by toxic exposure and defective products. Our law firm has extensive experience litigating product liability lawsuits for individuals who:
- Developed cancer after using chemical hair relaxers
- Suffered breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) allegedly caused by Allergan implants
- Endured severe complications allegedly caused by birth control devices such as Paragard® and complications allegedly arising from the use of transvaginal mesh.
We also represent mothers suing over birth defects caused by prescription drugs and alleging necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) linked to baby formula.
Read more on our women’s health litigation experience.
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Important talcum powder lawsuit updates
Key takeaways
What are talcum powder lawsuits?
News on Johnson & Johnson talcum powder lawsuits
Who qualifies for the talcum powder lawsuit?
Talcum powder and ovarian cancer links
Talcum powder and asbestos
Talcum powder and cancer research timeline
Talcum powder lawsuit lawyer discusses discontinuation of baby powder
Frequently asked questions about talcum powder lawsuits
Our experience representing women hurt by toxic exposure
About the Author
Daniel R. Lapinski
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Daniel Lapinski has nearly 20 years of litigation experience, with a focus on mass tort and complex litigation in state, federal and appellate courts.
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