Facing 8,000 Lawsuits in Florida, Big Tobacco Seeks Relief

Cigarette companies burned by lawsuits in Florida hope that the worst is behind them.

Some 8,000 suits have been filed against tobacco firms -- more than in all other states combined. Since 2009, Florida juries have awarded smokers and their families more than $250 million in damages -- 10 times the total levied nationwide.

But recent cases suggest the scales of justice may be tipping toward Big Tobacco. See our story tomorrow to learn why.