Co-lead plaintiff counsel in the multidistrict litigation against Johnson & Johnson provides a litigation update on the Mass Tort News LegalCast, published on the MTN YouTube and podcast platforms. On the podcast, attorney Leigh O’Dell details J&J’s bankruptcy strategy to evade trial by jury and describes how clients and families impacted by talc-related health issues find encouragement in the dismissal of the controversial move.
The conversation outlines the potential harm to the tort system if such strategies succeed, J&J’s aggressive tactics to avoid responsibility, upcoming trials and the continued fight for fair resolutions. Despite challenges, Ms. O’Dell highlights the importance of accountability and plaintiffs’ perseverance for justice.