AG Jackson's $150M Win: A Legal Victory for NC's Opioid Battle

North Carolina -- May 4, 2026: North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson announced on May 1, 2026, that a nationwide settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family is now in effect, bringing nearly $150 million directly to North Carolina. This landmark legal achievement aims to hold pharmaceutical companies accountable for their role in the opioid crisis and bolster statewide efforts to combat addiction.The settlement represents a significant legal victory against Purdue Pharma and it