Oklahoma High Court Reverses 2019 ‘Public Nuisance’ Decision
State supreme court shoots down district’s court’s opioid case decision.
Drugs & Medical Devices
Doctor Loses License, Says He’ll be Acquitted of 45 Charges Against Him
The Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure issued an emergency suspension order effective October 23 against Samson K. Orusa, MD Clarksville, Tennessee, a physician accused of healthcare fraud and inappropriately prescribing opioids. The defendant indicated that he anticipates being acquitted of more than 40 charges against him. Orusa was convicted by a jury in Tennessee of
Alabama Settles Addiction Case Against Endo, Negotiating with McKesson
After the state struck a deal with Endo, McKesson hopes to settle with Alabama.
McKinsey & Co. Will Now Face an Opioid Class Action in Canada
Consulting firm McKinsey will face opioid litigation in Canada after settling in the U.S.
Manhattan Judge Will Hear U.S. Trustee Motion in Purdue Case
A judge will issue a temporary order to hear U.S. Trustee’s motion.
Pharmacy Trial is Currently Underway in Cleveland
Some of the top pharmacy chains are at the center of an opioid trial this month in Cleveland.
Fentanyl-laced Street Drugs Continue to Take Lives
Fentanyl is being added to street drugs at ever-increasing rates.
McKinsey, FDA are Responsible for Disclosing & Considering Conflicts
McKinsey has consulted for the FDA and opioid drug companies simultaneously for years without reporting any conflicts of interest.
Save a Life with These Vital Opioid Overdose Prevention Resources
When it comes to an overdose, seeking medical help right away is critical. The problem is that when someone is overdosing, the people around them may be scared to call 911 for fear of being arrested.
Iowa AG Makes Plans for Opioid Settlement Funds
Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller announces how he would like to spend any opioid settlement funds awarded to the state.