Trouble For Big Pharma(cies)

A federal jury in Ohio found Walgreens, CVS, and Walmart liable for contributing to the opioid crisis in two counties, marking the first federal court case of its kind. The ruling may have significant implications as similar cases progress, especially given the rise in opioid deaths during the pandemic. The companies plan to appeal, but the decision already sets a process to determine financial damages, potentially in the billions.

Which companies were found liable by a federal jury in Ohio for contributing to the opioid crisis?

• Amazon, Costco, and Sam's Club

• Target, Rite Aid, and Kroger

• Best Buy, Home Depot, and Lowe's

• Walgreens, CVS, and Walmart

What is the significance of the Ohio jury's ruling in the context of the opioid crisis?

• It is the first case to go to federal court and could influence future cases.

• It is the final ruling on the opioid crisis.

• It only affects the state of Ohio.

• It has no legal implications.

How did the opioid crisis change during the pandemic according to the transcript?

• Opioid deaths remained the same.

• Opioid deaths were not mentioned.

• Opioid deaths decreased significantly.

• Opioid deaths skyrocketed.

What do the companies plan to do in response to the ruling?

• Accept the ruling and pay the damages

• Appeal the ruling

• Ignore the ruling

• Settle out of court

What is the potential financial impact of the ruling on the companies?

• Damages could be in the millions

• Damages could be in the billions

• No financial impact

• Damages are capped at a fixed amount