August 10, 2020
A California federal judge on Friday threw out a lawsuit brought by a group of tobacco companies challenging a ban on flavored tobacco products put in place by Los Angeles County, saying federal law gives states and localities the power to ban the sale of tobacco products.
July 01, 2020
Los Angeles County is striking back at a group of tobacco companies that say the county doesn't have the authority to ban flavored tobacco products, arguing that a federal law governing tobacco can't preempt the county's ability to protect its residents.
June 02, 2020
R.J. Reynolds asked a California federal judge on Monday to block a Los Angeles County ordinance that banned flavored vapes when it took effect last month, saying the prohibition was both overly severe and preempted by federal law.