Imperial Nuts Roasted Whole Cashews
Allegations: Deceptively using the phrase “whole cashews” in the product name
In September 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Star Snacks Company for allegedly deceptively marketing Imperial Nuts Energy Blend as containing mostly almonds, pecans, and walnuts when, according to the complaint, the product contains mostly peanuts. (Andrews et al v. Star Snacks Company, LLC, Case No. 20-cv1357, N.D. Ala.)
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Allegations: Deceptively using the phrase “whole cashews” in the product name
In December 2019, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Star Snacks Company for allegedly deceptively marketing Imperial Nuts Cashew Snack Mix by listing cashews first to make consumers think that…
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