Health Politics US & Canada

Purdue Pharma Sentencing

Purdue Pharma Sentencing

The sentencing marks a critical milestone in the years-long legal battle over the Sackler family-owned company's marketing practices.

Victims of the opioid epidemic are expected to address the judge, sharing the devastating personal impact of the crisis.

While most of the original $8 billion in fines will be waived, the settlement will provide billions to state, local, and tribal governments.

Some families continue to push for direct criminal charges against the company's owners despite the finalized agreement.

Purdue Pharma (Canada)
Company in Pickering, Canada
Sackler family
American billionaire family
Oxycodone
Analgesic alkaloid (opioid)