Supreme Court Decision Looms Over Purdue Pharma's $6B Opioid Settlement And Sackler Family Immunity
Portfolio Pulse from Maureen Meehan
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear arguments regarding Purdue Pharma's $6 billion settlement over its opioid OxyContin. The settlement would provide funds for addiction treatment and grant the Sackler family immunity from lawsuits. Critics argue the non-debtor release in the settlement unfairly protects the Sacklers. The decision could influence future bankruptcy law applications and corporate liability. Pharmaceutical companies like Johnson & Johnson and Teva Pharmaceutical Industries have also faced legal issues related to opioids.
December 03, 2023 | 7:33 pm
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Johnson & Johnson, having faced legal scrutiny over opioids, could be impacted by the Supreme Court's decision on Purdue Pharma's settlement, potentially influencing future litigation and settlements.
While JNJ is not directly involved in the Purdue Pharma case, the Supreme Court's decision could set legal precedents that impact JNJ's own opioid-related legal challenges. The outcome may affect investor sentiment and future litigation risks.
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Teva Pharmaceutical, involved in opioid-related legal issues, may see an impact from the Supreme Court's ruling on Purdue Pharma's settlement, which could affect its legal strategy and financial liabilities.
Teva Pharmaceutical's ongoing legal challenges related to opioids could be influenced by the Supreme Court's decision on the Purdue Pharma settlement. The ruling may have implications for Teva's legal strategies and potential financial liabilities.
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