Smokers

Local Judge Orders Record-Breaking Payout in Lawsuit Over Smoker’s Death in Hampden County

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SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — In a landmark ruling, a Hampden County judge has handed down one of the largest civil judgments in the area’s history, awarding a substantial sum to the family of a deceased smoker who lost her battle with lung cancer at the age of 59. On Friday, Judge Edward McDonough Jr. approved a $10.6 million payout, a verdict that came just over a month after a jury determined the amount in favor of the plaintiff. The case highlights significant issues surrounding the responsibilities of tobacco companies and the impacts of cigarette addiction. The … Read more

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