PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Attorney General Jason Miyares is urging Virginians to check if they are eligible for compensation for buying certain generic drugs.
According to a release , Virginia recently joined 50 states and territories in an effort to seek approval for a more than $39 million settlement with generic drug manufacturer Apotex, along with a $10 million settlement with Heritage Pharmaceuticals. Miyares states the companies are accused of inflating prices and limiting competition.
“These pharmaceutical companies conspired to drive up drug prices, harming consumers and jeopardizing our families’ financial well-being,” Miyares said. “Virginians shouldn’t have to choose between their health and their wallets. I encourage every Virginian who purchased a generic medication between May 2009 and December 2019 to check their eligibility for compensation. I will continue to ensure that all companies operate within the bounds of the law, protecting competitive markets and protecting the interests and wellbeing of Virginia consumers.”…