United States v. McKinsey & Company

United States v. McKinsey & Company is a significant legal case involving the consulting firm McKinsey, accused of aiding opioid manufacturers in promoting their drugs. The U.S. government alleged that McKinsey provided strategies that contributed to the opioid crisis, which resulted in widespread addiction and public health issues. The case reflects growing scrutiny of corporate responsibility in the health sector and the role of consultants in shaping harmful business practices. It underscores the legal consequences companies may face for their involvement in public health crises and their obligations to society.