MLMs Are Consistently Leaving Participants Behind
New book explores why MLMs are often associated with harmful outcomes – and what can be done about it.
SlimQuick
Case Name (Date)
Nelson et al. v. Platinum US Distribution, Inc. d/b/a WellNX Life Sciences, USA et al.
26-cv-696, S.D. Cal.
(Feb. 2026)
Product/Service
SlimQuick
Allegations
Falsely marketing that products burn fat, increase metabolism, reduce appetite and excess water and lead to more weight loss than dieting without SlimQuick
Falsely marketing products as “made with safe and natural ingredients” and “not harmful” when they contain a dangerous amount of green tea extract, which may harm the liver
Status
Pending
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