The United States has been dealing with a growing substance abuse and addiction epidemic for the past two decades, as well as an increase in drug overdose deaths and opioid lawsuit cases. The situation has spiraled to the point where it is a burden on the economy and a national security threat. Opioid abuse and addiction, which includes prescription pain medications, heroin, and synthetic opioids like fentanyl, is a national epidemic that negatively impacts public health, as well as social and economic welfare.