US EditionLouisiana Law Firms File Class Action Lawsuit over Widespread CVS Texts
- On June 18, 2025, two Louisiana law firms initiated a class-action case against CVS Caremark, alleging the company sent mass political text messages to local residents.
- The lawsuit followed CVS's June 11 text warning that House Bill 358 would force store closures and price increases amid legislative debate on PBM ownership.
- Plaintiffs claim CVS misused confidential patient information to oppose a bill banning Pharmacy Benefit Managers from owning pharmacies, while CVS defends its actions as lawful.
- Governor Jeff Landry directed an investigation into the texts, calling for Attorney General Liz Murrill to act promptly, stating the messages proved why HB 358 must pass.
- This legal conflict highlights tensions over pharmacy regulation and privacy, indicating ongoing struggles around health policy and corporate influence in Louisiana.
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Acadiana law firm files class action suit against CVS Pharmacy over political texts
ST. MARTINVILLE, La. (NEWS 15) — An Acadiana law firm has filed a class action lawsuit against CVS Pharmacy, accusing the chain of improper political messaging. The lawsuit, filed on Wednesday, June 18, claims CVS violated the law by sending…
Louisiana law firms file class action lawsuit over widespread CVS texts
A Louisiana law firm has filed a class action lawsuit against CVS after the company sent a mass text message to residents advocating against a bill under consideration during the legislative session.
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