Philip Morris ordered to pay $150m in damages to estate of ex-smoker

Philip Morris Cos Inc has been ordered by a US jury here to pay just over $168,500 (€192,110) in compensatory and $150m (€171m) in punitive damages to Dr. Richard Schwarz for the death of his wife, Michelle.

Philip Morris ordered to pay $150m in damages to estate of ex-smoker

Philip Morris Cos Inc has been ordered by a US jury here to pay just over $168,500 (€192,110) in compensatory and $150m (€171m) in punitive damages to Dr. Richard Schwarz for the death of his wife, Michelle.

In a statement, Philip Morris said it will appeal the jury's decision.

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