Gunnar Glasses Block Far Less Blue Light Than Advertised, Class Action Claims

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A proposed class action alleges Gunnar blue light-blocking glasses are falsely advertised in that they do not block anywhere near the amount of blue light that consumers are led to expect. 

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The 21-page lawsuit says that although the gaming and computer glasses are touted as doctor-recommended for blocking blue light, reducing digital eye strain and irritation, and preventing dry eye, the products, when used as intended, “fall[] well short” of protecting a consumer’s eyes to the degree that defendant Gunnar Optiks, LLC claims. 

The filing also alleges Gunnar Glasses fail to “protect [consumers] as represented in comparison with other named brands,” such as Hyperx, Oakley, Gamer and Zenni, and generally lack “the level of quality, effectiveness, or value as promised.” 

Despite quickly growing into one of the most popular brands of blue light-blocking eyewear nationwide, thanks in part to Marvel and Call of Duty endorsements and an appearance on the TV show Shark Tank, Gunnar Glasses cannot block blue light at the percentages—98, 90, 65 and 35 percent, per the “Gunnar Blue Light Filter” spectrum—represented by the company, the lawsuit claims. 

In fact, the case alleges that the “defective” Gunnar Glasses have caused “adverse reactions” in some consumers. According to the complaint, the plaintiff, a resident of Mallorca, Spain, developed neurosensory retinal and pigment epithelial detachment and was diagnosed with dry eye syndrome, evaporative dry eye syndrome and mild meibomian gland dysfunction after using the Gunnar Onyx Vinyl Crystalline glasses. 

“Defendant has failed to provide adequate and accurate information on the Product packaging or in other marketing materials,” the filing claims. “Moreover, Defendant has failed to take proper action to mitigate the adverse effects caused by its Product.” 

Neither the plaintiff nor other consumers would have bought Gunnar gaming glasses had the products and their benefits not been misrepresented, the suit contends. 

The lawsuit looks to cover all consumers who’ve purchased Gunnar Glasses from Gunnar Optiks, LLC. 

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