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Bayer to challenge transfer of Roundup settlement case to California federal court

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Posted on June 2, 2026

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· Last updated: June 2, 2026

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Bayer to Challenge Transfer of Roundup Settlement Case to California Court

Bayer's Response to Conditional Transfer Order

(Refiles to amend day reference in paragraph 1 to Tuesday from Wednesday.)

Background of the Case

FRANKFURT, June 2 (Reuters) - Bayer intends to oppose a conditional transfer order for its Missouri Roundup class settlement case to a California federal court, the German company said on Tuesday.

Company Statement on Venue Decision

The order "has no bearing on the ultimate decision on the proper venue for the class settlement, which we believe should be promptly remanded to state court by the federal court in Missouri," it said in a statement.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Patricia Weiss, Writing by Miranda MurrayEditing by Ludwig Burger)

Key Takeaways

  • Bayer is contesting a conditional transfer via the U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation that could consolidate the case before Judge Vince Chhabria in California, arguing it complicates proceedings and raises timing risks (ca.investing.com).
  • The settlement, preliminarily approved in Missouri in March, faces objections—including from a group of plaintiffs challenging its fairness and seeking removal to federal court; Bayer insists the Missouri court is the proper venue (cen.acs.org).
  • The fairness hearing for the $7.25 billion settlement is scheduled for July 9, and the current dispute over venue could delay that timeline and impact the broader resolution strategy (ca.investing.com).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bayer opposing in the Roundup settlement case?
Bayer is opposing a conditional transfer order moving its Missouri Roundup class settlement case to a California federal court.
Which court does Bayer want for the Roundup settlement case?
Bayer believes the case should be remanded promptly to a state court in Missouri.
Does the transfer order decide the venue for the settlement case?
No, Bayer states that the order does not determine the final venue for the class settlement.
Who reported on Bayer's response to the court transfer?
Reuters reported, with contributions from Patricia Weiss, Miranda Murray, and Ludwig Burger.

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