The case filed by Oklahoma against Johnson & Johnson over
its possible involvement in the opioid epidemic has begun. NBC calls it a
precedent-setting trial. The state’s attorney general has accused Johnson &
Johnson of misleading doctors for years by de-emphasizing the risks of opioids
and instead touting the benefits.
Johnson & Johnson disputes the allegations and is
fighting them in court. Oklahoma’s attorney general has accused other big pharma
companies with similar allegations. Some of those companies have settled prior
to going to trial. It appears that Johnson & Johnson will see the case
through in court.
See NBC's coverage below: