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U.S. judge says opioid litigation can proceed toward trial
10:44am PDT - September 3rd, 2019 ed - ReutersA U.S. judge on Tuesday rejected efforts by drugmakers, distributors and pharmacies to dismiss claims that they caused the nation's opioid crisis, clearing the way for a scheduled landmark trial even as he pushes for a nationwide settlement.