National Prescription Opiates Litigation Plaintiffs Opposition to Defendants Motion to Extend all Deadlines by 60 Days (filed March 25, 2020)

Argues against 60-day extension of all deadlines by emphasizing (1) national importance of case, (2) COVID-related challenges fall equally on both parties, not just defendants, (3) defendants’ failure to put forward explanations why COVID-19 interferes with their ability to meet deadlines, and (4) adequacy of modern technology tofacilitate remote discovery, including depositions.

National Prescription Opiates Litigation Plaintiffs Opposition to Defendants Motion to Extend all Deadlines by 60 Days