Wlasiuk v. R.J. Reynolds

VERDICT

Trial
08/19/22 – 09/01/22

Summary

In this tobacco trial, Eunice Wlasiuk developed fatal chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, after smoking for decades. Her family asserts that Wlasiuk was addicted to cigarettes, as she continued to smoke even after she was diagnosed with COPD.

Attorneys for R.J. Reynolds argue that Wlasiuk was aware of the potential risks of smoking, yet still chose to continue smoking. They point to evidence that shows Wlasiuk did not attempt to quit cigarettes for 40 years after she began smoking.

Outcome

Verdict for plaintiff.
Total damages: $6,000,000.

Apportionment of fault:
Eunice Wlasiuk: 32%
R.J. Reynolds: 68%



Case Information
Attorneys
Witnesses
Plaintiff
Defense
Verdict
$6,000,000
Judge
Chris Nash
Jurisdiction
13th Judicial Circuit of Florida
Court
Edgecomb Courthouse
Case Number
2008-CA-017048
Industry
Tobacco
Practice Area
Tobacco
Plaintiff
Wlasiuk, Douglas
Defense
R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co.
Expert Witnesses
Lay Witnesses

Sessions

AUG
19
AUG
22
AUG
23
AUG
24
AM Session
Plaintiff Witness(es)
0 Chapters
AUG
25
AUG
29
AUG
30
AUG
31
SEP
1

Recording Disclaimer: This proceeding was recorded in full.

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