False Advertising

April 4, 2022 A proposed class action alleges the frames of 2007-2014 model year Toyota FJ Cruiser vehicles can prematurely rust and corrode due to a defect.

April 4, 2022 A class action claims Optavia unlawfully enrolled consumers in its auto-shipment program for weight loss products and services without proper consent to do so.

March 31, 2022 Three lawsuits claim GFB Gluten Free Bites, Gourmet Nut’s Protein Packed Trail Mix and Enjoy Life Lentil Chips are misleadingly labeled as “protein packed.”

March 31, 2022 A lawsuit claims certain Similac products are misleadingly labeled as “non-GMO” in that they contain ingredients derived from genetically modified food sources.

March 29, 2022 General Mills faces a class action that alleges the company elected to include harmful trans fat in Hamburger Helper despite the availability of safer, low-cost alternatives.

March 29, 2022 A class action contends that the “zero added sugar” statement on the label of SlimFast’s Keto Fat Bomb chocolate snack cup is misleading to consumers.

March 28, 2022 A class action alleges CoverGirl’s TruBlend Pressed Powder is unsafe given it contains per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), sometimes referred to as “forever chemicals.”

March 28, 2022 A class action alleges the “no artificial flavors” claim on labels of Nature Made gummy multivitamins is “false, deceptive, and misleading” given the product contains artificial flavoring ingredients.

March 28, 2022 A class action contends that the “all natural” claims on bags of Kettle-brand potato chips are false given the snack contains “at least” two artificial ingredients.

March 25, 2022 A lawsuit claims Earth Balance vegetable oil spread that is “Made with Olive Oil” is misleadingly labeled given it contains only a small amount of olive oil.

March 25, 2022 A class action argues that the label of Gushers fruit-flavored snacks is misleading in that it fails to disclose that the product contains artificial flavors.

March 24, 2022 A proposed class action alleges at least one variety of Amazon’s Happy Belly spices contains undisclosed heavy metals, including arsenic, cadmium and lead.

March 24, 2022 A number of AriZona beverages are falsely labeled as being “all natural” when, in reality, they contain added coloring, a proposed class action alleges.

March 24, 2022 A class action alleges the packaging of Totino’s Pizza Rolls, and even the name of the snack itself, is misleading to consumers.

March 23, 2022 Ellume faces a class action over its alleged refusal to refund consumers who bought rapid antigen at-home COVID-19 test kits that were voluntarily recalled in 2021.

March 23, 2022 A class action alleges Costco has failed to disclose that its Kirkland Organic Roasted Seaweed snack may contain cadmium, perchlorate or other toxins.

March 21, 2022 Trading card companies Topps and Panini America each face a class action over their apparent use of contest-like “redemption cards” as a means to increase consumer demand.

March 21, 2022 A class action alleges a number of 2019-2022 Volkswagens are equipped with a defective door wiring harness that can cause erratic vehicle behavior.

March 21, 2022 A lawsuit alleges One Medical has falsely represented that payment of its annual membership fee is mandatory in order for a patient to receive medical services.

March 18, 2022 A lawsuit claims that certain over-the-counter lidocaine products made by Veridian Healthcare frequently peel off well before providing 12 hours of pain relief.

March 17, 2022 A lawsuit claims the label of Hellmann’s “With Olive Oil” mayo dressing misleads consumers into believing it contains more olive oil than it actually does.

March 17, 2022 A lawsuit alleges the label of a Publix-brand strawberry-watermelon water enhancer misleads consumers into believing the product contains only natural flavors.

March 15, 2022 The maker of Odor-Eaters Spray Powder and Odor-Eaters Stink Stoppers Spray faces a class action that alleges the products are contaminated with benzene, a known carcinogen.

March 10, 2022 DeWALT Jobsite Pro Wireless Earphones are the subject of a class action that says the “unreasonably dangerous,” now-recalled product is prone to overheat during charging or use.

March 10, 2022 A class action contends that Ferrara Candy Company’s description of Nips caramel hard candies as “rich and creamy” is “false, deceptive, and misleading."

March 9, 2022 A class action claims Fanta Berry soda is misleadingly labeled in that it contains more artificial flavors and fewer berry ingredients than consumers expect.

March 9, 2022 A class action alleges Google has violated federal trademark law by using restaurant trade names without authorization in an effort to drive ad clicks.

March 8, 2022 A class action lawsuit alleges the cultured pearls originated by Mikimoto are of a much poorer quality than the company represents.

March 8, 2022 A proposed class action claims that Whole Foods’ 365-brand 100% Wild-Caught Fish Oil is misleadingly labeled in that it contains significantly less Omega-3s than consumers are led to expect.

March 7, 2022 A class action contends that Ferrero U.S.A.’s description of Kinder Joy-brand cocoa wafer bites as topped with “sweet cream” is deceptive to consumers.

March 3, 2022 A class action claims GasBuddy failed to disclose that those who use its payment card face a risk of incurring insufficient funds and overdraft fees.

March 2, 2022 A class action alleges PayPal has misrepresented to consumers the “real and repeated” risks of using its buy-now-pay-later Pay in 4 service.

March 1, 2022 A class action lawsuit challenges NatureStar’s claim that its Matter-brand single-use tableware is compostable.

March 1, 2022 A class action alleges the maker of “gluten free” Wicked Cutz teriyaki beef sticks has falsely and misleading labeled the product given it actually contains gluten.

February 28, 2022 A class action alleges Cheesecake Factory-brand “Brown Bread” is misleadingly positioned as “whole grain” despite the fact that its predominant ingredient is enriched wheat flour.

February 25, 2022 A class action claims certain L’Oréal and Maybelline waterproof mascaras contain undisclosed per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that can be toxic to humans.

February 24, 2022 A class action alleges the “authentic pro” National Hockey League jerseys made and sold by Adidas are noticeably different than those worn by NHL players.

February 24, 2022 A proposed class action in California alleges Naturelo magnesium supplements have been misleadingly marketed and do not provide the touted benefits.

February 23, 2022 A class action has been filed against E25Bio, Inc. in the wake of a recall of the company’s “highly inaccurate” COVID-19 direct antigen rapid tests.

February 23, 2022 A class action claims Versant digital printing presses made by Xerox are plagued by defects that render the machines unable to function as advertised.

February 22, 2022 A lawsuit claims Rite Aid cold and flu medicines falsely claim to be “non-drowsy” despite containing an active ingredient known to cause drowsiness.

February 21, 2022 A proposed class action alleges Natera’s prenatal tests are not as reliable as the company claims.

February 21, 2022 A class action contends that the word “Paris” on certain L’Oréal cosmetics labels misleads reasonable consumers into believing the products are imported from France.

February 18, 2022 Abbott Laboratories faces a proposed class action in the wake of a voluntary recall of its Similac, Alimentum and EleCare powdered infant formulas.

February 17, 2022 A class action alleges the Forward Emergency Braking System found in a number of recent Nissan vehicle models suffers from a defect that can cause it to falsely engage or otherwise fail to work as it’s supposed to.

February 14, 2022 A class action alleges Arizona Beverages’ Georgia Peach Green Tea is falsely advertised in that the supposedly “100% Natural” product contains dl-malic acid.

February 11, 2022 Electronics retailer Sunvalleytek International faces a class action over its alleged practice of providing customers with gift cards in exchange for positive product reviews.

February 10, 2022 A class action alleges certain Green & Black’s dark chocolate products are mislabeled in that they do not contain the percentages of cacao that consumers have been led to expect.

February 10, 2022 A class action alleges the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander SUV comes equipped with a defective hood that can flutter and bounce while the vehicle is being driven.

February 10, 2022 A class action alleges the 2021 Toyota Venza comes equipped with a defective windshield that can crack, chip or fracture for seemingly no reason at all.