State judge sets opioid crisis trial for January
A New York judge on Wednesday scheduled what could be the second state-level trial in the U.S. on the toll of opioids. Judge Jerry Garguilo set a trial date of Jan. 20 for claims brought by the... To view the full story, click the title link......»»
Appeals court denies Toyota’s request to seal docs in Reavis case
The Fifth Court of Appeals ruled that Dallas District Judge Dale Tillery did not abuse his discretion when he declined to seal two sets of documents in a products liability case that Toyota Motor Corp. had sought to seal after a 2018 trial......»»
If we care about a free press, we must defend Assange
Cofounder of Ben & Jerry's argues that charging Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, sets a dangerous precedent for investigative journalism. A judge will rule on January 4, 2021 on whether Assange should be e.....»»
Google is bracing for a long battle with the Justice Department, as the judge sets a trial date of late 2023
In a status hearing held Friday, Judge Amit Mehta set a tentative date of September 12, 2023 for.....»»
Closely watched opioid trial in New York postponed due to coronavirus
A highly anticipated trial pitting New York state against McKesson Corp , Johnson & Johnson , CVS Health Corp and others for allegedly fueling the opioid epidemic has been postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak, according to the court......»»
States spurn drug industry"s opioid-settlement offer
An $18 billion settlement offer from three major drug wholesalers to resolve litigation over the opioid crisis has fallen apart, after more than 20 state attorneys general rejected it in a letter earlier this week......»»
The Wall Street Journal: State attorneys general reject $18 billion settlement with opioid wholesalers
An $18 billion offer from three major drug wholesalers aimed at settling litigation over their alleged role in the opioid crisis fell through, after more than 20 state attorneys general rejected it in a letter to the companies’ law firms this week......»»
Opioid crisis briefing to be held by House, Senate health committees
The House committee on health and the Senate commerce, consumer protection, and health committee will be holding an informational briefing on plans to combat the state's opioid epidemic with healthy alternatives on Thursday. Rep. John Mizuno, cha.....»»
T-Mobile"s fate with judge after last arguments in Sprint trial
T-Mobile US Inc.’s bid to buy wireless rival Sprint Corp. is in a judge’s hands after the companies made their final plea for him to reject a state lawsuit seeking to block the deal......»»
T-Mobile"s fate with judge after last arguments in Sprint trial
T-Mobile US Inc.’s bid to buy wireless rival Sprint Corp. is in a judge’s hands after the companies made their final plea for him to reject a state lawsuit seeking to block the deal......»»
Oklahoma judge reduces Johnson & Johnson opioid payout to $465 million
An Oklahoma judge on Friday said Johnson & Johnson must pay that state $465 million for fueling the opioid epidemic through the deceptive marketing of painkillers, down from his original award of $572 million......»»
Oklahoma judge reduces Johnson & Johnson payout in opioid case to $465 million
An Oklahoma judge on Friday said Johnson & Johnson needs to pay only $465 million of the $572 million he previously concluded it owed the state for fueling the opioid epidemic through deceptive marketing of painkillers......»»
Malaysia"s ex-prime minister will stand trial on charges of laundering 1MDB state funds, court rules
Getty A High Court judge ordered the former prime minister of Malaysia, Najib Razak, to enter a .....»»
Opioid Deal Could Open Door to Bigger Settlement
AmerisourceBergen, Cardinal Health, McKesson and Teva reached a $260 million settlement to avoid a trial seeking to blame them for fueling the opioid crisis......»»
Drug companies reach $260 million opioid settlement with Ohio counties, averting landmark trial
Four large drug companies reached a last-minute $260 million legal settlement over their role in the U.S. opioid addiction epidemic, striking a deal with two Ohio counties to avert the first federal trial over the crisis......»»
4 healthcare firms just agreed to a $260 million deal to settle key opioids cases ahead of a trial
Four healthcare firms who have been blamed for the opioid crisis reached a settlement ahead of a federal court case that was schedule.....»»
4 drug companies reach settlement in opioid litigation
AmerisourceBergen, Cardinal Health, McKesson and Teva have reached a settlement to avoid a trial seeking to blame them for fueling the opioid crisis, according to people familiar with the matter......»»
4 drug companies reach settlement in opioid litigation
AmerisourceBergen, Cardinal Health, McKesson and Teva have reached a settlement to avoid a trial seeking to blame them for fueling the opioid crisis, according to people familiar with the matter......»»
Teva, three U.S. drug distributors reach opioid settlement - source
Drug maker Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Inc and the three biggest U.S. drug distributors reached a settlement on Monday to avoid a trial over their role in the opioid addiction crisis, a source said on Monday......»»
1st federal opioid crisis trial to focus on distribution
The case is about the conduct of a group of companies in two Ohio counties, but far .....»»
Harbor Towers, CLF lawsuits over waterfront head to trial
A Suffolk Superior Court judge cleared the path for lawsuits filed by downtown residents and the Conservation Law Foundation against the state and the Chiofaro Cos. to move forward......»»