Roundup Weed & Grass Killer Products
Allegations: Falsely representing that the active ingredient “targets an enzyme found in plants but not people or pets”
In July 2018, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Monsanto Company for allegedly misleadingly marketing Roundup® as safe when, according to the complaint, an ingredient in the weed killer (glyphosate) is toxic and could cause cancer. (Lachance et al v. Monsanto Company, Case No. 18-cv-2272, D. AZ.)
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Allegations: Falsely representing that the active ingredient “targets an enzyme found in plants but not people or pets”
Allegations: Failing to warn consumers of the health risks associated with using the product due to its active ingredient
Allegations: Failing to warn consumers that ingredients may cause cancer
Allegations: Failing to warn consumers of the health risks associated with using the product due to its active ingredient (glyphosate)
Anahad O’Connor, Caitlin Gilbert and Sasha Chavkin, The Washington Post
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Supplement company doesn’t have the proper scientific evidence to back up its health claims.
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