Lawsuits Against Big Tobacco Justified Or Not?
Abstract
Since the first major lawsuit settled against tobacco companies in 1998, there has been much controversy over whether or not these lawsuits are justified. On the pro side of the argument there is much evidence to support that the tobacco industries have long known about the dangers of cigarette smoking. Furthermore that this knowledge warrants the need for compensation. In addition the industry has concealed this knowledge from the public. On the con side of the argument evidence shows that these lawsuits have been based on false claims primarily in regard to health care costs for smokers. Furthermore, the regulations set by the settlement of the 1998 multistate lawsuit have established a legal president which allows individuals to avoid their personal responsibilities.
Lawsuits Against Big Tobacco
Justified or Not?
On the pro side, "Lawsuits Against Tobacco Companies Are Justified" by Greenhaven Press is a paper arguing that lawsuits against the tobacco industry......
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