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by loeg 1732 days ago
> That's what a bankruptcy is? It "immunize" you against past liabilities.

Usually financial liabilities. Also, "you" is different here -- Purdue Pharma is the bankrupt entity, but the Sackler family is shielded. Purdue Pharma and the Sacklers are distinct legal entities.

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> Also, "you" is different here -- Purdue Pharma is the bankrupt entity, but the Sackler family is shielded. Purdue Pharma and the Sacklers are distinct legal entities.

Can you link the docket?