Juul to pay $462 million to six states in its largest settlement ever

Juul Labs, the e-cigarette maker, is paying $462 million to six US states and DC in the largest multi-state settlement yet for the troubled company that has been accused of contributing to the rise of vaping among youth. The settlement would force retailers to secure Juul products behind counters and verify the age of purchasers. Reportedly, Juul must also quit targeting younger people, specifically under 35 years of age, in its marketing materials.