US Supreme Court Blocks Legal Protections for Sackler Family in Purdue Pharma Bankruptcy Deal

The US Supreme Court has blocked a bankruptcy deal that would have protected the Sackler family, owners of Purdue Pharma, from future lawsuits related to the opioid crisis. The decision, which was seen as a victory for critics of the deal, raises uncertainties about the future of the agreement and sparks discussions about accountability and justice. Purdue Pharma, known for its production of OxyContin, filed for bankruptcy in 2019 after facing lawsuits. The ruling sets a precedent for future bankruptcy deals involving high-profile entities.