Joe Rice Legacy: Justice for Millions | Columbia News

A legal giant has passed away at 72—Joe Rice, the courtroom titan who took on giants like tobacco, asbestos, and opioid corporations, leaving a legacy of justice that reshaped industries. Just weeks before his death, he helped secure a historic multibillion-dollar Meta settlement to shield kids from social media’s harms. Deeply rooted in South Carolina, Rice quietly transformed his home state through generosity, including a $30 million gift that renamed USC’s law school in his honor. His firm and alma mater mourn his sudden loss, calling him a visionary whose impact will echo for generations. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/389b13c65df68e57