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Why is Texas suing Tylenol?

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Texas is suing Johnson & Johnson, the maker of Tylenol, alleging deceptive marketing to expectant mothers regarding unproven links between acetaminophen and autism. The lawsuit claims the company promoted Tylenol despite inconclusive scientific evidence and accuses Johnson & Johnson of restructuring to shield assets from lawsuits.

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Texas sues Tylenol makers over alleged autism link

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  • Texas sues Johnson & Johnson over claims of deceptive Tylenol marketing to pregnant women. 20s
  • The lawsuit cites unproven links between acetaminophen and autism. 10s
  • Johnson & Johnson allegedly restructured its business to protect assets from lawsuits. 51s
  • The World Health Organization says there is no conclusive evidence linking acetaminophen to autism. 1m 14s
  • The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists states Tylenol is considered safe during pregnancy. 1m 22s
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Texas sues Tylenol makers over alleged autism link
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France 24
22 hours ago
Texas sues Tylenol makers over alleged autism link

Texas's attorney general cites unproven links between acetaminophen and autism if taken by pregnant women and accuses Johnson & Johnson of deceptively marketing Tylenol to expectant mothers.

Texas sues Tylenol makers over alleged autism link
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France 24
22 hours ago
Texas sues Tylenol makers over alleged autism link

Johnson & Johnson is accused of attempting to escape responsibility by offloading liability onto a different company, restructuring its consumer health business to shield assets against lawsuits.

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