Mesothelioma Lawyer Files Talc Lawsuit Against Johnson Johnson A man who is 24 years old and has pericardial mesothelioma has alleged Johnson Johnson's baby powder caused his cancer. The Oakland mesothelioma case is the first trial to take place since JJ has dissolved its talc business and filed for bankruptcy. In the beginning of the year, substantial settlements were reached in talc cases in New Jersey and California. Plaintiffs have linked cancer to asbestos that was found in JJ products Shower to Shower and baby powd