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Florida Jury Grants $16 Million to Family in Landmark Case Against Philip Morris for Smoker’s Fatal Cancer

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MIAMI — A jury in Florida ordered Philip Morris USA to pay $16 million to the family of a woman who died of lung cancer after years of smoking Marlboro cigarettes, marking a significant verdict in the ongoing litigation surrounding the health impacts of tobacco products. The decision concluded a legal battle highlighting the dangers of smoking and the responsibilities of cigarette manufacturers. The lawsuit was brought forth by the family of Elaine Jordan, who started smoking in the 1970s and continued until her death in 1996. Her family argued that Philip Morris was responsible … Read more

New Jersey Accuses Morris, Essex Landlords of Violating Laws on Emotional Support Animals

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Trenton, NJ — New Jersey authorities are taking action against landlords in Morris and Essex counties for allegedly violating federal and state housing laws by restricting tenants’ rights to keep emotional support animals. This move highlights ongoing tensions between property managers and renters who require these animals for mental health reasons. The New Jersey Division on Civil Rights, which enforces anti-discrimination laws, has issued findings of probable cause against several landlords. The landlords are accused of denying accommodations for emotional support animals, a practice that is protected under the Fair Housing Act. Emotional support animals, … Read more

Jury Awards $16 Million to Florida Family in Tobacco Lawsuit, Citing Conspiracy and Fraud by Philip Morris

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Miami, FL — A Florida jury has awarded $16 million to the family of a deceased smoker, holding Philip Morris accountable for his death due to lung cancer. The verdict, delivered this week, includes $6 million in compensatory damages and an additional $10 million in punitive damages, finding the tobacco giant responsible for the untimely demise of 56-year-old Manuel Garcia, who was a long-term user of Marlboro cigarettes. Garcia, who succumbed to lung cancer in 1998, had been a regular smoker for two decades. His family argued that Philip Morris played a crucial role in … Read more

Duane Morris LLP Presents Groundbreaking Product Liability and Mass Torts Class Action Review – 2024, Offering Expert Insight for Organizations Facing Legal Challenges

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Chicago, IL – Duane Morris LLP, a leading law firm, has released its inaugural publication, the Duane Morris Product Liability and Mass Torts Class Action Review – 2024. This comprehensive review analyzes the key legal rulings, settlements, and litigation trends in the product liability and mass tort class action space in 2023. Written by Duane Morris partners Gerald L. Maatman, Jr. and Jennifer A. Riley, alongside contributions from members of the Class Action Defense Group, the review provides valuable insights from their extensive experience in defending class action litigation across the United States. Class action … Read more