South Dakota Joins States Seeking Approval For Drug Maker Settlement

By Crystal Blue March 31, 2025 12:14 pm

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PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) South Dakota is joining other states in seeking approval for a 39-point-one-million-dollar settlement with Apotex. The generic drug maker is accused of inflating prices and limiting competition. Attorney General Marty Jackley is urging people to see if they qualify for compensation as a part of the settlement. For more crime stories from MitchellNow.com, click here.

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