Summary
Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX) disclosed on June 7, 2005, the filing of a proposed class action lawsuit by Jabo’s Pharmacy, Inc. in Tennessee. This lawsuit, similar to one filed in March 2005, alleges violations of federal and state antitrust laws, claiming that BDX charged higher prices for certain products to the plaintiff and other indirect purchasers. BDX maintains that the allegations are without merit and intends to vigorously defend itself against the claims.
Key Highlights
- 1BDX is facing a new proposed class action lawsuit filed by Jabo’s Pharmacy, Inc. in Tennessee.
- 2The lawsuit alleges violations of federal and state antitrust laws.
- 3Plaintiffs claim BDX charged higher prices for certain products to indirect purchasers.
- 4This complaint is brought on behalf of indirect purchasers, differing from a previous lawsuit filed on behalf of direct purchasers.
- 5BDX believes the allegations are without merit and plans to defend itself.
- 6The company is facing similar allegations in a previously filed lawsuit in New Jersey.