Breathe Deeply: The Tort of Smokers' Battery

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Irene Scharf

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth - University of Massachusetts School of Law

Date Written: September 15, 1995

Abstract

This Article explores the long and faltering history of attempts to impose liability on tobacco product manufactures. It traces the manufacturers' historical and ongoing targeting of youth through both promotions and deceptive advertising. It argues for an expanded cause of action against the manufacturers for the intentional tort of battery, and discusses the prospect of punitive damages awards.

Keywords: tobacco product manufacturers' liability, tort liability, smokers' battery

Suggested Citation

Scharf, Irene, Breathe Deeply: The Tort of Smokers' Battery (September 15, 1995). Houston Law Review, Vol. 32, No. 165, 1995, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=2586374

Irene Scharf (Contact Author)

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