Richard Delisle, et al. v. Lorillard Tobacco Company, et al.

VERDICT

Trial
08/20/13 – 09/17/13

Summary

Jury trial in rare asbestos-related suit against tobacco company Lorillard. Plaintiff Richard Delisle claimed he developed mesothelioma as a result of smoking Kent brand cigarettes, which had filters containing asbestos fibers.

Outcome

Fault:
Crane Co: 16%
Hollingsworth & Vos: 22%
Lorillard Tobacco: 22%
Owens Corning Fiberglass: 20%
Brightwater Paper Company: 20 %

Damages for past and future: 8,000,000

SESSIONS WITH Richard Delisle

SEP
3
AM Session
Closings
2 Chapters
SEP
12
AM Session
Other
2 Chapters
SEP
13

Recording Disclaimer: This proceeding was recorded in full.

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