Federal Judge to Order Purdue Pharma to Forfeit $225 Million in Justice Department Case
A federal judge is set to conduct a sentencing hearing for Purdue Pharma, where the company is expected to be ordered to forfeit $225 million to the Justice Department. This development is part of a broader legal case involving Purdue Pharma, which has been under scrutiny for its role in the opioid crisis. The company has faced numerous lawsuits and legal challenges over the years, primarily due to its marketing practices related to OxyContin, a powerful opioid painkiller. The forfeiture is part of a settlement agreement aimed at addressing the company's alleged misconduct and its impact on public health. 
