Walmart
TINA.org investigations into Walmart have revealed that the retail giant repeatedly engaged in false and deceptive Made in USA marketing on its website, and used undisclosed stealth marketing directed at…
Parent’s Choice Organic Rice Rusks
In June 2018, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Walmart for allegedly failing to disclose that Parent’s Choice Organic Rice Rusks contain milk and eggs. (Kelly et al v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Case No. 18-cv-702, N.D.N.Y.)
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Legal Action
Class-Action Tracker
Several Brands of Baby and Infant Formula Powders
Allegations: Products make fewer bottles of formula than advertised
Parent’s Choice Baby Food Products
Allegations: Failing to disclose baby foods contain toxic heavy metals
Walmart’s Parent’s Choice Pediatric Shakes
Allegations: False natural claims
Parent’s Choice Baby Foods
Allegations: Failing to disclose baby foods contain toxic heavy metals
Several Brands of Baby Foods
Allegations: Failing to disclose baby foods contain toxic heavy metals
Toddler Beginnings
In June 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Walmart for allegedly misleadingly marketing Parent’s Choice Toddler Beginnings formula as nutritionally appropriate for children who are nine months and older…
The Latest
Walmart Quietly Removes Kid’s Advergame from Roblox
Universe of Play’s removal follows action led by TINA.org – and inaction from self-reg group.
Roblox Revamps Its Ad Policies after TINA.org Action
Will it enforce them this time?
Walmart’s Undisclosed Advergame on Roblox Targets Children
TINA.org, together with other consumer groups, calls for immediate audit of Walmart Universe of Play.
Consumer advocacy groups want Walmart’s Roblox game audited for ‘stealth marketing’ to kids
Sarah Perez, TechCrunch
CATrends: False Shelf Pricing
Consumers complain about higher prices at checkout.