Swift Drug Company Is Being Sued This Year for a Wrongful

question 87

Essay

Swift Drug Company is being sued this year for a wrongful death due to violation of FDA rules. There is no doubt that Swift is guilty and the settlement is reasonably estimable at $10 billion payable evenly over 10 years starting next year. Briefly explain how Swift would address this in its current year financial statements.

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