Hoffman v. Philip Morris

VERDICT

Trial
01/09/23 – 01/20/23

Summary

In this tobacco trial, decedent Robert Hoffman smoked Philip Morris' cigarettes for years, since he was a teenager. Despite quitting smoking before 30, he developed lung cancer and died at 46.

His family argues that his lung cancer resulted from his smoking, as their doctors agree that the cancer was an adenocarcinoma, which is often caused by smoking.

Defendant Philip Morris argues that his cancer was likely not caused by smoking, as it developed 15 years after he quit. Instead, the company's attorneys suggest other causes, such as mesothelioma, that were considered by treating providers.

Outcome

Verdict for plaintiff.
Total damages: $5 million

Apportionment of fault:
Philip Morris: 60%
Robert Hoffman: 40%

Case Information
Attorneys
Witnesses
Plaintiff
Defense
Verdict
$5,000,000
Judge
Vivianne Del Rio
Jurisdiction
11th Judicial Circuit of Florida
Court
Dade County Courthouse
Case Number
2017CA-005939
Industry
Tobacco
Practice Area
Tobacco
Expert Witnesses
Lay Witnesses

Sessions

JAN
10
JAN
11
JAN
12
JAN
13
JAN
17
JAN
18
AM Session
Defense Witness(es)
2 Chapters
JAN
19
JAN
20

Recording Disclaimer: This proceeding was recorded in full.

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