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Washington, D.C. – A recent Supreme Court decision has significantly reshaped the landscape of Chapter 11 bankruptcy, particularly spotlighting the case involving Purdue Pharma. This ruling may set a new precedent for how large corporations can handle bankruptcy claims, especially with the added complexity of widespread public health implications. Chapter 11 bankruptcy, often used by corporations to reorganize and continue operation while managing debt, has been thrust into the spotlight amid the opioid crisis. Purdue Pharma, known for manufacturing the powerful painkiller OxyContin, filed for bankruptcy in 2019 as it faced thousands of lawsuits alleging … Read more