Facts

Plaintiff George Crudge filed suit against Johnson & Johnson in relation to defendant's talcum powder.

PLAINTIFFS' CONTENTIONS: Plaintiff claimed defendant's baby powder contained asbestos, causing him to develop pleural mesothelioma. Plaintiff claimed he used the product for three decades.

DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS: Defendant contended plaintiff could have developed mesothelioma during his years working construction and through his travels aboard military ships that were designed to transport asbestos.

Damages

Plaintiff's wife, Shara Crudge, filed for loss of consortium.

Result

Jury found in favor of the defendant, Johnson & Johnson.

Deliberation

one day

Length

three weeks