Phelps v. R.J. Reynolds

VERDICT

Trial
05/09/22 – 05/17/22

Summary

In this tobacco case, plaintiff seeks compensation for injuries he claims were suffered due to defendant's manufacture and marketing of cigarettes.

Outcome

Verdict for plaintiff.
Total damages: $150,000.

Apportionment of fault:
John Phelps: 90%
R.J. Reynolds: 10%
Publix: 0%

Case Information
Attorneys
Witnesses
Plaintiff
Defense
Verdict
$150,000
Judge
Jose Rodriguez
Jurisdiction
11th Judicial Circuit of Florida
Court
Dade County Courthouse
Case Number
2020-CA-005579
Industry
Tobacco
Practice Area
Tobacco
Plaintiff
Phelps, John
Defense
Publix Super Market
Defense
R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co.
Expert Witnesses
Lay Witnesses

Sessions

MAY
9
MAY
10
MAY
11
MAY
12
PM Session
Plaintiff Witness(es)
2 Chapters
MAY
16
PM Session
Other
2 Chapters
PM Session
Other
2 Chapters
MAY
17

Recording Disclaimer: This proceeding was recorded in full.

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