Settlement

Baltimore Secures $152.3 Million Settlement in Landmark Opioid Case Against Major Distributors

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BALTIMORE — Mayor Brandon Scott announced Thursday that Baltimore City has agreed to a reduced settlement in its ongoing litigation against opioid distributors McKesson and Cencora, previously known as AmerisourceBergen. This decision follows a jury’s initial award of $266 million last fall, which a judge deemed excessive and subsequently cut down. With the acceptance of this revised settlement amount, Baltimore now adds $152.3 million to its efforts to hold pharmaceutical giants accountable for their role in the opioid crisis that has severely impacted the city. “From the beginning, this case has always been about securing … Read more

Baltimore Judge Slashes $266M Opioid Settlement to $100M, Leaves City to Decide on Future Options

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Baltimore, Maryland, is facing a legal setback in its fight against the opioid epidemic as a judge has rejected a jury’s suggested $266 million award against pharmaceutical giants McKesson and Cencora, previously known as AmerisourceBergen. Instead, the court has offered the city a more modest $100 million in abatement funds. The legal action, initiated by Baltimore in 2024, accused both companies of contributing to the opioid crisis by distributing excessive quantities of prescription opioids in the region. According to city officials, McKesson and Cencora were responsible for around 60% of the prescription opioid market in … Read more

Johnson & Johnson Teams Up with Legal Experts to Finalize $8 Billion Talc Settlement Deal

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Johnson & Johnson has reached an extensive $8 billion agreement to resolve numerous lawsuits related to its talc-based products. The settlement, which involves negotiations with legal experts specializing in mass tort cases, aims to address claims that the company’s talcum powder has caused cancer among users. This substantial financial commitment comes in the wake of thousands of legal actions against J&J. Plaintiffs have alleged that the company’s talc products contain asbestos, a known carcinogen, which has led to serious health complications, including ovarian cancer and mesothelioma. In response to these claims, J&J has consistently maintained … Read more

Johnson & Johnson Faces Major Setback as Bankruptcy Court Rejects Talc Settlement Claims

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In Charlotte, North Carolina, Johnson & Johnson has faced a significant legal defeat, marking an end to a tumultuous period concerning its talc-based products. The company’s attempt to shield itself from liability through bankruptcy proceedings has been met with overwhelming resistance in the courts, ultimately resulting in a setback for the pharmaceutical giant. The recent ruling by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court illustrates the challenges companies face when addressing longstanding legal grievances related to product safety. Johnson & Johnson had sought bankruptcy protection as part of its strategy to resolve thousands of claims that allege its … Read more