Baltimore Jury Awards $1.5 Billion to Woman Who Developed Cancer from Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder

Monday, Dec 22, 2025 11:16 pm ET1min read
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A Baltimore jury has awarded Cherie Craft over $1.5 billion in damages after finding Johnson & Johnson liable for exposing her to asbestos through talc-based products, causing her to develop incurable cancer. The verdict is believed to be the largest ever against Johnson & Johnson for a single plaintiff. Craft was diagnosed with mesothelioma in January 2024.

Baltimore Jury Awards $1.5 Billion to Woman Who Developed Cancer from Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder

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