BIG TROUBLE

The US based.DowChemical Co has been asked by aReno judge to shell out US $41million in punitive damages to aNevada couple. According to thejury, Dow Chemical acted with.conscious disregard" of thesafety of the plaintiff, CharlotteMahhun.

The couple has contended thatCharlotte Mahlum's immune systern illness as well as neurologicaldisease were caused by the siliconeimplants. The company intends tocontest the punitive damage decision and will also appeal the entireverdict.