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Opioid Victims Have a Settlement. Will the Supreme Court Undo It?
Dec 6, 2023
Abbie VanSickle, a Supreme Court correspondent for The New York Times, joins to dissect the controversial Purdue Pharma settlement amidst the opioid crisis. She breaks down the implications of the Supreme Court's upcoming ruling and how it could affect victims seeking justice. The discussion highlights the ethical dilemma of granting immunity to the Sackler family while addressing widespread public health devastation. VanSickle provides insights into the legal complexities and the emotional toll on families impacted by the opioid epidemic.
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- The Supreme Court is considering the legality of a settlement that would grant immunity to the Sackler family, the owners of Purdue Pharma, from future civil lawsuits over the opioid crisis.
- The controversial deal proposed in the bankruptcy court system to resolve the opioid crisis case raises concerns about the fairness of the division of money and the blocking of future lawsuits against the Sackler family.
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The Supreme Court Case on Opioid Crisis Settlement
The Supreme Court hears a case regarding the settlement of thousands of lawsuits against Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family over the opioid crisis. The case focuses on how to resolve the claims in bankruptcy court, where a controversial deal has been proposed. The deal offers a victim fund, with the Sacklers contributing part of their fortune and obtaining immunity from future civil lawsuits. However, the government argues that the deal is not in the public interest and prevents victims from having their day in court. The Court is divided on the issue, with different perspectives on what justice means in this case.
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