Phelps v. R.J. Reynolds

VERDICT

Trial
05/09/22 – 05/17/22

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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 the plaintiff on his design defect claim.

Total compensatory damages: $150,000.

Comparative 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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