Case Result
$26.2M
Product Liability, Wrongful Death
2010
Trial Verdict
Lake Wales, FL
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Case Details
Widow awarded $26.2 million in a smoking settlement against R.J. Reynolds and Phillip Morris after her husband died of lung cancer.
Additional Notes
R.J. Reynolds and Phillip Morris ordered to pay $13.3 million each in punitive damages. Companies plan to appeal. Part of 'Engle progeny' lawsuits.