The Supreme Court will hear a challenge to Purdue Pharma’s $6 billion opioid settlement on Tuesday, August 10, 2023. The settlement, which was reached in 2020, would have required Purdue Pharma to pay $6 billion to states and local governments to help address the opioid crisis. However, the settlement has been challenged by several groups, including some state attorneys general.
The groups challenging the settlement argue that it does not go far enough to hold Purdue Pharma accountable for its role in the opioid crisis. They also argue that the settlement is unfair to victims of the crisis, as it does not provide them with any direct compensation.
The Supreme Court’s decision in this case could have a major impact on the opioid crisis. If the Court upholds the settlement, it could provide a significant source of funding to help address the crisis. However, if the Court strikes down the settlement, it could make it more difficult to hold opioid manufacturers accountable for their role in the crisis.
The Supreme Court’s decision is expected to be handed down in June 2024.
