Crisis

Kentucky Attorney General Sues Optum Rx in Latest Crackdown on Opioid Crisis Perpetrators

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Frankfort, KY — Kentucky’s Attorney General Russell Coleman has escalated the state’s legal battle against those implicated in the opioid crisis by filing a new lawsuit. This time, the focus is on Optum Rx, a major pharmacy benefit manager, which Coleman claims played a vital role in enabling the widespread misuse of addictive painkillers. The lawsuit accuses Optum Rx of being at the center of what Coleman described as “the worst man-made epidemic in modern medical history.” According to the legal documents, the company engaged in non-transparent business practices that contributed to the opioid epidemic. … Read more

$1.8 Million Verdict Against Security Firm After Nightclub Shooting in Portland Highlights City’s Public Safety Crisis

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Portland, Oregon – In a city known for its progressive policies, a violent incident at a local bar has highlighted the ongoing safety concerns in some of Portland’s nightlife spots. On May 14, 2023, the calm of Northeast Portland was shattered by gunshots at the Capitol Bar, resulting in multiple injuries and raising questions about security measures in place. Jose Manuel Carabes Perez, a 33-year-old patron, was shot in the thigh by an assailant identified only as “Streets,” a figure already known to Skynet Security, the company tasked with securing the venue that evening. Injuries … Read more

Mass Tort Mayhem: High-Stakes Litigation Battles and the Looming Crisis in Legal Financing

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In the complex world of litigation finance, mass tort lawyers and their investors face increasing pressure as hefty legal battles drag on longer than anticipated, delaying substantial payouts from cases like those involving Johnson & Johnson’s talc products and Bayer’s pesticide, Roundup. Many of these highly-publicized cases have yet to show signs of nearing resolution, despite having been active for nearly a decade. Law firms specializing in mass torts typically rely on high-interest, external funding to cover upfront costs, working on a contingency basis where payment is contingent upon the successful settlement of cases. With … Read more

Baltimore City Takes Bold Step, Seeking $11 Billion More to Combat Opioid Crisis Following Landmark Jury Verdict

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Baltimore, Maryland – Following a significant victory in a landmark opioid lawsuit, the Baltimore city government is setting the stage to seek an additional $11 billion to address the extensive damages caused by the opioid crisis. This move follows a recent jury decision that held major pharmaceutical companies responsible for their roles in exacerbating the opioid epidemic, a problem that has plagued the city with widespread addiction and increased healthcare costs. The lawsuit’s outcome marked Baltimore’s first successful civil jury trial against opioid manufacturers and distributors. City officials argue that the substantial sum is necessary … Read more