Merck & Co. is facing its first jury trial over claims the company wrongfully marketed its lucrative Gardasil cancer vaccine as safe, the latest high-stakes litigation for the pharmaceutical giant.

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With a market cap of $252.6 billion, Rahway, New Jersey-based Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) is a global leader in the healthcare industry, operating through its Pharmaceutical and Animal Health segments.

Herrmann will continue in her role as chief of staff to EVP and chief communications and public affairs officer Cristal Downing.