A major retail chain has settled a lawsuit with the U.S. Justice Department after facing accusations that its sales practices contributed to the country’s opioid epidemic. The case centered on claims that the retailer failed to monitor suspicious prescription orders, allowing excessive quantities of painkillers to be distributed. Authorities argued that the company’s policies enabled widespread misuse of opioids, worsening the public health crisis. The resolution marks one of the few legal consequences for businesses linked to the opioid trade, though details of the settlement remain undisclosed.
Retailer resolves case with US justice department over allegations it fuelled the nation’s opioid crisis
