(The Center Square) — CVS Health is pushing back against claims from Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill and Gov. Jeff Landry that the company engaged in deceptive, anticompetitive practices, calling the state’s lawsuits “without merit” and pledging to defend itself vigorously.

In a statement provided to The Center Square, CVS said its communications with Louisiana customers were lawful and did not rely on personal information from the Office of Group Benefits, which manages health benefits for state employees.