California Jury Levies $10.9 Million Verdict Against Manufacturer

Posted on Jun 3, 2014 in Construction, Product Liability | Comments Off

According to Law360, a Fresno, California jury returned a $10.9 million verdict against a global manufacturing company on Monday for the family of a man who allegedly died from mesothelioma after exposure to asbestos-containing products while fixing old cars and trucks. The verdict included a $3.5 million award of punitive damages and is likely to be appealed.

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