Atlantic City Casino Workers Push for Smoking Ban in Legal Battle

Casino employees cite severe health risks from secondhand smoke, while state officials warn of economic consequences.

Workers report illnesses linked to secondhand smoke, including bronchitis, asthma, and cancer.
The lawsuit aims to overturn New Jersey's indoor smoking law exemption for casinos.
State officials argue that a smoking ban could jeopardize funding for senior and disability programs.
Opponents of the ban claim casinos would suffer significant revenue losses.
The court has yet to issue a ruling on the case.