Cover of Cipollone v. Liggett Group

Cipollone v. Liggett Group

by Diana K. Sergis

Landmark Supreme Court Cases

Reading Level 9-10 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 9th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Explore the landmark legal battle where Rose Cipollone challenged the tobacco industry, sparking a nationwide debate on product responsibility. Journey through the dramatic courtroom moments and learn how this case changed the way society views the dangers of smoking. Discover the powerful story behind a fight for justice that reached the Supreme Court.

Representation & Themes

Social JusticeHistoricalLegal Battles

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Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Legal Conflict Health Risks Courtroom Drama
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
076601343X
Pages
128
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Published
2001
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
17,847

Genres

Business & Economics

Subjects

Cipollone, Rose, d. 1984 -- Trials, litigation, etc. -- Juvenile literature.Cipollone, Rose, d. 1984 -- Trials, litigation, etc.Liggett Group -- Trials, litigation, etc. -- Juvenile literature.Liggett Group -- Trials, litigation, etc.Trials (Products liability) -- United States -- Juvenile literature.Products liability -- Tobacco -- United States -- Juvenile literature.Tobacco industry.