Opioid Makers May Have To Pay For Prevention Costs Of 'Man-Made Plague,' Judge Suggests
Executive Summary
Bellwether trial set to begin in September after judge says cities may be able to recover damages for cost of governmental services that are the result of defendants' alleged conduct.
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