Lorillard Tobacco Co. The depositions were lengthy, often acrimonious and sometimes personal. Schindler's father, who smoked three packs a day, had circulation problems and died from a stroke. Nevertheless, Schindler said he doesn't believe tobacco is deadly or conclusively linked to any illness. He does not believe tobacco is any more addictive than coffee or carrots. Examining Alexander Spears of Lorillard, Rosenblatt attempted to zero in on the toll he believes is extracted by tobacco.
Nobody dies of cigarette smoking.
I mean, I just heard your answer. At one point, Schindler conceded that his lawyers had coached him extensively by using stand-ins during mock depositions.