Lawyers Gathered In Front Of The U.S. District Court Building In Abingdon To Announce Plans To Sue Major Prescription Drug Manufacturers And Distributors On Behalf Of Southwest Virginia Counties. They Are Seeking Compensation For Incurred Cost Of The Growing Opioid Abuse Problem. Attorneys Said This Is Costing County Taxpayers Millions Of Dollars Each Year. The Suit Was Filed On Behalf Of Smyth, Wythe And Russell Counties. Each County Is Expected To Be Represented By A Unique And Individual Filing. Attorneys Expect Additional Southwest Virginia Counties To Seek Representation As Well.