November 5th, 2026

Albertsons Ordered to Pay WA $900M in Opioid Case

A King County judge has ordered Albertsons to pay Washington state $900 million over its role in the opioid crisis. AG Nick Brown says the company failed to properly investigate millions of suspicious opioid prescriptions at its pharmacies across the state. Albertsons says it's disappointed, disagrees with the ruling, and is reviewing its options, including an appeal.