Nationwide Opioid Settlement May Provide Path For Other Manufacturers

 
• By Brenda Sandburg

J&J and distributors have enough participation from states and subdivisions to move forward with $26bn settlement. The deal, the second largest in US history, may provide a framework for other companies to reach similar agreements. Jury trials remain pending in several states.

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Majority of US states agree to nationwide opioid setttlement with Johnson & Johnson and three distributors • Source: Alamy

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