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  • More Serious Charges Remain in Arkansas THC Vape Suit

    More Serious Charges Remain in Arkansas THC Vape Suit

    An Arkansas federal judge dismissed parts of a proposed class action alleging a retailer, vape manufacturer, and others conspired to sell vaping products containing THC above legal limits. While warranty claims and the Drug Dealer Liability Act counts were thrown out, the court allowed fraud, negligence, racketeering (RICO), and fraudulent transfer claims to move forward.

    The case involves allegations that products labeled as under the 0.3% THC threshold actually exceeded that limit and that fraudulent lab certificates were used. Cigarette Store LLC, Savage Enterprises LLC, and ACS Laboratory LLC were among those named in Smith et al. v. Cigarette Store LLC et al.

  • Smoker Friendly Announces Promotions in Accounting Department

    Smoker Friendly Announces Promotions in Accounting Department

    The Cigarette Store LLC, the parent company of Smoker Friendly, announced the promotions of Cameron Schwehr to vice president of Finance and Accounting, and Jon Gallagher as controller. The two have worked together since 2021.

    Schwehr previously worked in public accounting for 14 years, primarily as an auditor and consultant with nonprofit, construction, and retail companies. He worked with Smoker Friendly as a contractor for six of those years before being hired as Controller in 2021.

    Jon Gallagher, nephew to Smoker Friendly president Dan Gallagher, CEO Terry Gallagher Jr., and senior vice president of Governmental and External Affairs Mary Szarmach, continues to contribute to the legacy of Smoker Friendly’s founding family with his new appointment. He joined Smoker Friendly as an entry-level accountant in 2008, and advanced to accounting analyst, lead analyst, and assistant controller before accepting his latest promotion

    “I’m excited for both Cameron and Jon to take this next step, leading our finance and accounting team, and they will be integral members of our strategic management group,” Dan Gallagher said. “Both have shown tremendous dedication and work ethic in their respective careers with Smoker Friendly.”