Barretts Minerals Inc., a bankrupt talc supplier, has proposed a reorganization plan that allocates claims to a designated trust aimed at resolving asbestos claims. This development comes as Johnson & Johnson (J&J) continues to navigate legal challenges following the denial of its settlement plan related to baby powder lawsuits. The company is reportedly re-engaging in legal battles after an unsuccessful attempt to address its liabilities through bankruptcy. In related news, a federal judge ruled that several companies involved in baby food production must face lawsuits concerning allegations that their products contain heavy metals potentially harmful to children's development. However, the judge also permitted the foreign corporate parents of these baby food companies to exit the litigation. Additionally, a summary judgment was granted in a class action lawsuit regarding heavy metals found in chocolate products, highlighting ongoing concerns about product safety and consumer protection.