Motion to disqualify attorney representing plaintiff in litigation against tobacco companies based upon his prior representation of one of the defendant companies in smoking-and-health litigation matters, including Engle-progeny tobacco litigation, is granted — Law firm also disqualified — Firm could not cure conflict by terminating attorney — Disqualification applies to entire case, including claims against co-defendant company
Legal Topics
Attorneys — Disqualification — Prior representation — Torts — Product liability — Tobacco — Motion to disqualify
Oct 31st, 2017 in News by admin