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Gerber Baby Foods and Drinks
Case Name (Date)
Norman et al. v. Gerber Products Co.
21-cv-9940, N.D. Cal.
(Dec. 2021)
Product/Service
Gerber baby food and formula products
Allegations
Falsely marketing products as “Non-GMO”
Status
Pending
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