Purdue Pharma to be sentenced

The sentencing marks a critical juncture in the long-running legal battle over the Sackler family's company and its role in the addiction crisis.

Once the forfeiture is complete, settlement funds can begin to flow to states and communities for treatment and prevention programs.

The company previously pleaded guilty to conspiracy to defraud the United States and violating anti-kickback laws.

While the financial penalty is significant, many victims' families argue it does not fully account for the human toll of the company's actions.