Thorpe v. R.J. Reynolds, et al.

VERDICT

Trial
06/08/22 – 06/27/22

Summary

Plaintiff seeks damages for injuries suffered because of smoking.

Outcome

Verdict for the defense on strict liability and fraud claims. Verdict for the plaintiff on the negligence claim.

Total compensatory damages: $1.6 million.

Apportionment of fault:

Richard Thorpe (attributable to plaintiff): 50%
R.J. Reynolds: 50%

SESSIONS WITH Richard thorpe

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