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Napoli Shkolnik Canada Celebrates Supreme Court Victory Protecting Canadian Rights to Pursue Claims Against Sackler Family

For Immediate Release Hamilton, Ontario, June 27, 2024 – Napoli Shkolnik Canada is pleased to announce a significant legal victory in the United States Supreme Court, which upheld the rights of Canadian municipalities and First Nations to pursue claims against the Sackler family for their role in the opioid crisis. This decision marks a critical …

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The Sackler Family and the Opioid Epidemic: A Comprehensive Overview

Introduction to the Sackler Family’s Ties to OxyContin The Sackler family, known for their philanthropic efforts, is also famously linked to Purdue Pharma – the producer of the widely-used opioid painkiller, OxyContin. Released in 1995, OxyContin, touted as a revolutionary pain medication, brought in billions in revenue and positioned the Sacklers as pharmaceutical magnates. Previous …

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Key Findings from the Canadian Opioid Crisis: Government Replacing Pharmaceutical Companies, Implications and Safety Concerns, Contact Us

Canadian Opioid Crisis – A Twist of Irony Key Takeaways  Ironically, it is government policies, rather than the malevolent practices of pharmaceutical companies, that have been a driving force in fuelling the Canadian opioid crisis. While lawsuits against big pharma, like the Canadian Opioid Class Action, draw headlines, governments have been quietly pushing potentially harmful …

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The Opioid Crisis in Canada: Recent Arrests Highlight Ongoing Battle Against Fentanyl

Previous Next The opioid crisis continues to be a significant public health concern worldwide, and Canada has been no exception. Over the past few years, the country has seen a significant surge in opioid-related overdoses and deaths, with fentanyl playing an increasing role. Recently, a series of major arrests made by Canadian law enforcement has …

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Key Deadlines and Details: Endo International’s Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

On August 16, 2022, Endo International plc, along with certain affiliates, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York. Over the years, Endo and its affiliates have manufactured and sold a range of medical products, including branded opioid medications such as OPANA® (oxymorphone hydrochloride), OPANA® …

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Napoli Shkolnik Canada Files a Class Action on Behalf Of Canadian Municipalities

Introduction: Napoli Shkolnik Canada has recently taken a significant step in the fight against the opioid epidemic by filing a class action on behalf of all Canadian municipalities. The aim of this legal action is twofold: to recover the costs incurred by municipalities in combating the opioid crisis and to secure the necessary funds for …

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