Drug Companies Pay West Virginia $36 Million over Painkiller Lawsuits

West Virginia, the state with the highest rate of prescription drug overdoses in the country, has just settled two multi-million dollar lawsuits with prescription drug distributors. On December 28, 2016, the state’s largest and third-largest prescription drug distributors, Cardinal Health and AmerisourceBergen, will pay the state $20 million and $16 million respectively. The settlement, which…

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3 Things to Think About Before You Sue

Many people encounter situations that necessitate legal action every day in West Virginia, but it’s important to know when you have a solid case and when to cut your losses. Suing another person or entity is a lengthy, stressful, and often expensive process. Before you decide to file a lawsuit, consider these points and make…

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Ridiculous Lawsuits from 2015 You Won’t Believe

Civil law serves an important role in protecting citizen rights and preventing negligent individuals from getting away with careless behavior. However, civil law cases often carry a stereotype of frivolity. For example, some individuals try to sue others for anything they believe will earn some extra cash. Unfortunately, legal professionals who pursue ridiculous lawsuits give…

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