The record
In Salcedo v. Cyprus Amax Minerals Co., 2026 IL App (1st) 242199 (decided July 10, 2026), the Illinois Appellate Court addressed a $45 million talc verdict with apportionment of J&J 15%, Holdco 15%, and Kenvue 70%, a $30 million Survival Act component, $2,657,835.92 in prejudgment interest, and a 'mere continuations' successor-liability finding.
Claim scope
The verdict structure, apportionment, and successor-liability analysis as stated in a published Illinois appellate opinion.
What this source does not establish
An appellate disposition of one verdict does not establish industry-wide liability facts beyond the case record described in the opinion.
Limitations
Cite as 2026 IL App (1st) 242199 with the July 10, 2026 decision date. Quote figures exactly.
Source
Case Citation — 2026 IL App (1st) 242199