Florida Widow Awarded $400,000 In Case Against R.J. Reynolds

Mealey's (April 22, 2019, 10:05 AM EDT) -- QUINCY, Fla. — In an April 18 verdict, an Engle progeny plaintiff won $400,000 in compensatory damages from R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co. but was deemed unentitled to punitive damages (Lue Ethel Russ v. R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co., No. 15000042CAA, Fla. 2nd Jud. Cir., Gadsden Co.). VIDEO FROM THE TRIAL IS AVAILABLE....