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Bankruptcy and Mass Torts After Harrington v. Purdue

Economy
United States
Started January 29, 2026

The U.S. Supreme Court decision in Harrington v. Purdue Pharma has had major implications for the use of bankruptcy as a mass-tort resolution mechanism. Researchers analyzed Harrington’s potential impact; in this report, they present their findings

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 29, 2026
The Harrington v. Purdue ruling empowers bankruptcy as a viable tool for efficiently settling mass tort claims, benefiting victims and reducing court congestion.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 29, 2026
Using bankruptcy to resolve mass torts undermines the accountability of corporations, allowing them to evade full responsibility for their actions.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 29, 2026
Bankruptcy as a mass-tort resolution can streamline compensation for victims but risks prioritizing corporate interests over individual justice.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 29, 2026
The decision in Harrington v. Purdue highlights the need for legislative reform to ensure that mass tort victims receive fair and timely compensation.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 29, 2026
The implications of Harrington v. Purdue should prompt a reevaluation of bankruptcy laws to balance corporate relief with victim compensation.
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