Colette O'Hara v RJ Reynolds

VERDICT

Trial
08/27/15 – 09/11/15

Summary

The basis for this lawsuit in Escambia County is the claim that the tobacco defendants are liable for the illness of the plaintiff, in this Engle progeny case.

Outcome

Verdict for Plaintiff:

Loss Of Earnings $168,822.00
Loss Of Support $524,089.00

Compensatory Damages -
Colette Ohara $10 MIllion.
Valerie Ohara $2 Million.
Michael Ohara $2 Million.

Comparative Fault:
RJR 85%
Gary Ohara 15%

Punitive Damages Finding - Yes

Punitive Amount: $20,000,000.00

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