Several Brands of Frozen Waffles and Pancakes
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Publix Toaster Pastries
August 2015: This action was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice, an amended version of the complaint can be refiled., the reasons for which have not been disclosed.
July 2015: A false advertising class-action lawsuit was filed against Publix Super Markets for allegedly falsely marketing several flavors of Publix Toaster Pastries, including strawberry, frosted strawberry, blueberry, frosted blueberry, frosted cherry, and frosted wildberry. Specifically, the complaint alleges that the pastries are marketed as being “Made with Real Fruit” when, in reality, they do not contain any real fruit. (Jackson et al v. Publix Super Markets Inc., Case No. 15-cv-1113, M. D. FL.)
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Allegations: Misrepresenting the “Unit Price” of products to make prices appear lower than what is actually charged for them
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Allegations: False natural claims
Publix 100% Real Grated Romano Parmesan Cheese
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