What could be a reason for a teenager to have a lawsuit against an e-cigarette manufacturer dismissed?

While the chosen answer suggests that a lawsuit could be dismissed due to excessive punitive damages, a more compelling reason for a teenager’s lawsuit against an e-cigarette manufacturer to be dismissed is based on the idea that the manufacturer may have no legal liability.

When considering liability, it’s important to understand that manufacturers are generally held responsible for injuries caused by their products only if they are found to be negligent or if there are defects in the product itself. In cases involving minors, manufacturers might also have defenses based on legal compliance with regulations related to age restrictions on product sales. If the manufacturer took all necessary precautions to comply with applicable laws and regulations, they may not have any legal liability despite the circumstances of the teenager’s use.

Statements regarding punitive damages could only come into play once the question of liability has been established, making them less relevant at the initial stages of the lawsuit. A lawsuit can be dismissed if crucial elements, like the responsibility of the manufacturer, are not sufficiently supported, regardless of how the damages are assessed later on.