Bayer Draws No-Nonsense Missouri Judge to Vet Roundup Deal Plan
Bloomberg
Missouri Judge Tim Boyer will rigorously review Bayer's proposed $7.25 billion settlement for Roundup lawsuits.Summary
St. Louis Circuit Judge Tim Boyer, 48, is overseeing Bayer AG’s plan to settle Roundup lawsuits via a class-action agreement, and is known for his direct and efficient approach. He is expected to closely scrutinize the proposed $7.25 billion settlement. Judge Boyer has prior experience with Roundup cases, including presiding over a case resulting in a $1.25 million jury award currently under review by the US Supreme Court. Legal professionals and retired judges suggest he will quickly assess the settlement’s validity, leveraging his existing knowledge of the case, and will not delay the process.
(Source：Bloomberg)