Trial begins in WA suit against Albertsons over opioid epidemic liability

By: Jake Goldstein-Street

Outlets: Washington State Standard

Published: July 13, 2026

Words: 1,143

Last Updated: 1 week, 1 day ago

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Washington state wants grocery chain Albertsons to pay for its alleged role in fueling an opioid epidemic that has killed thousands here.

State Attorney General Nick Brown argues Albertsons dispensed hundreds of millions of opioid pills despite red flags in many cases that should’ve made the company’s pharmacy staff think twice.

A trial in the state’s lawsuit against Albertsons began Monday in King County Superior Court. The verdict could result in more money for …

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