As independent pharmacy owners, the value of our brand and the financial strength of our stores are critical elements of our long-term viability. We are encouraging Medicine Shoppe and Medicap franchisees to join together to ensure that our agreements with Medicine Shoppe (MSI), Medicap (MC) and Cardinal Health (CAH) are fair, that MSI/MC/CAH honor their longstanding promises, and that the companies’ actions promote and support the Medicine Shoppe and Medicap brands. 

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Update on Status of the Lawsuit
On June 10, 2010, the defendants filed their motion to transfer and/or dismiss claims of the plaintiffs. Members can access a full summary and update from Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale by logging in and clicking the Legal Updates tab. Members may also view copies of the documents filed by the defendants by clicking the Formal Complaint and Related Filings tab.

Recent MSI Legal Case Explained
A July 2010 ruling by St. Louis Federal Judge brings encouraging news for news for some Medicine Shoppe franchisees. In this case, the franchisee closed its pharmacy and Medicine Shoppe sued for nearly $750,000 in lost future royalties for the remaining 14 years of the term of the Franchise Agreement. However, the Judge refused to award anything for lost future royalties. (click here to read more)