Gallagher v. R.J. Reynolds

Summary

In this tobacco trial, Joseph Gallagher suffered from bladder cancer that he developed after decades of smoking. While his cancer was diagnosed in 2020, he officially quit smoking around 1992.

Gallagher claims that this cancer was caused by his decades of smoking R.J. Reynolds' cigarettes. He contends that these cigarettes were defectively designed as they were intended to addict as many consumers as possible, and that R.J. Reynolds concealed the dangers of smoking for years for profit.

Defendant R.J. Reynolds alleges that Gallagher was aware of the dangers of smoking, yet continued despite the risk. Additionally, representatives for Reynolds claim that nicotine in cigarettes is an inherent part of a cigarette and not defective design.

Outcome

Verdict for defendant.