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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…
A false advertising class-action lawsuit against Walmart was dismissed in March 2007. The 2006 complaint alleged that the store inflated the thread count of bed linens by counting each strand in a yarn as a separate thread resulting in an actual thread count that was doubled, tripled, or quadrupled. The named plaintiff’s claims were dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled., the reasons for which have not been disclosed. (Cattie et al v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. and Walmart.com USA, LLC, Case No. 06-cv-897, S.D. Cal.)
For more information about other class-action lawsuits regarding the thread count of bed linens, click here.
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…
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products are contaminated with the bacterium listeria monocytogenes
Allegations: Marketing products as high quality, durable and appropriate for children to use when the display screens crack and malfunction during ordinary use due to a defect
Allegations: Falsely marketing products as avocado oil
Allegations: Products contain fewer servings than advertised
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products contain, or are at risk of containing, more inorganic arsenic than the FDA allows in apple juice
Allegations: Misleadingly representing that products were safe when they contain, or were at risk of containing, the carcinogen benzene
Allegations: Charging consumers more than the prices advertised in store aisles
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing that products support heart health without scientific evidence to support such claims
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing parmesan cheese products as “100%” grated parmesan cheese
Allegations: Charging consumers more than the price advertised on store shelves
Allegations: Falsely marketing products as non-drowsy
Allegations: Falsely representing that products contain glucosamine sulfate when they actually contain glucosamine hydrochloride
Allegations: Falsely marketing products as “Made in USA”
Allegations: Falsely marketing sunscreens as “Reef Friendly”
Allegations: Falsely marketing that the peaches come in “100% Juice”
Allegations: Falsely marketing that devices accurately measure blood pressure
Allegations: Falsely marketing that phenylephrine products treat congestion and other cold and flu symptoms
Allegations: Falsely marketing that phenylephrine products treat congestion and other cold and flu symptoms
Allegations: Misrepresenting that customers may return items for a refund within 90 days unless they fall under one of the categories of exceptions without disclosing that customers who paid using…
Allegations: Falsely marketing that medicines treat nasal congestion
Allegations: Falsely marketing the products treat nasal congestion
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing products as “recycling” bags
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products contain the carcinogen benzene
Allegations: Falsely marketing sunscreens as “Reef Friendly”
Allegations: Falsely marketing that medicines treat nasal congestion
Allegations: Falsely marketing medicines as nasal decongestants
Allegations: Falsely marketing that medicines treat congestion
Allegations: Falsely marketing that medicines relieve nasal congestion and sinus pressure
Allegations: Falsely marketing that medicines combat congestion and other sinus issues
Allegations: Falsely marketing that phenylephrine products treat congestion and other cold and flu symptoms
Allegations: Falsely marketing that medicines relieve nasal decongestion
Allegations: Falsely marketing medicines as decongestants
Allegations: Falsely marketing medicines as decongestants
Allegations: Falsely marketing that medicines treat nasal congestion
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing products using the phrase “Natural Flavor With Other Natural Flavors”
Allegations: Marketing that toys are appropriate for children under the age of three when the toys contain dangerous levels of a toxic substance
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing products as “Mixed Fruit in 100% juice”
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing products as rayon, eco-friendly, and sustainable
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products contain a bacterium that could lead to serious adverse health consequences
Allegations: Falsely marketing that sheets have a higher thread count than they actually do
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing crackers as “Made With Whole Grain”
Allegations: Failing to adequately disclose that products contain an artificial ingredient that enhances the characterizing fruit flavors
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products contain a dangerous amount of the carcinogen benzene
Allegations: False natural claims
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing products as dependable, versatile, and high-quality
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products contain chemical preservatives
Allegations: Falsely marketing products as sustainable
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing products as “recycling” bags that are “designed to handle everyday recycling loads around the house” and “easy sorting for municipal recycling programs” when the bags are made…
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing medicines as “non-drowsy” when an ingredient in them causes drowsiness
Allegations: Falsely marketing sunscreens as “hypoallergenic” when they contain a significant amount of allergens, irritants, and other damage-causing chemicals
Allegations: Products make fewer bottles of formula than advertised
Allegations: Marketing products as safe pain relievers for pregnant women without warning consumers that scientific evidence shows prenatal exposure to APAP can cause neurodevelopmental disorders in children
Allegations: Falsely marketing products as containing “No Artificial Flavors or Preservatives” when they contain a chemical preservative and a synthetic flavoring ingredient
Allegations: Failing to disclose baby foods contain toxic heavy metals
Allegations: Falsely marketing the product treats minor cuts and abrasions when scientific evidence shows it does not have such treatment capabilities
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing the terms of subscriptions
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing ingredients in cookies
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing that honey is the primary sweetener
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing the product as coffee creamer
Allegations: Falsely advertising that supplements provide “weight management support” when scientific evidence shows the active ingredients are incapable of providing weight-loss benefits
Allegations: Falsely marketing the ingredients in granola bars
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing products as made with olive oil when the ingredients list shows they contain more soybean oil than olive oil
Allegations: Charging more than the advertised sale price of food that is priced based on weight
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing lidocaine pain relief patches
Allegations: False natural claims
Allegations: Failing to disclose products contain the carcinogen benzene
Allegations: Internet routers operate at slower speeds than advertised
Allegations: Failing to adequately disclose that powders contain a dangerous ingredient
Allegations: Products do not make the number of cups advertised on the label
Allegations: False “oil-free” claims
Allegations: Failing to disclose baby foods contain toxic heavy metals
Allegations: Products do not make the number of cups of coffee advertised on the label
Allegations: Failing to disclose baby foods contain toxic heavy metals
Allegations: Deceptively inflating the mAh ratings for Onn power banks
A class-action lawsuit was filed against Vi-Jon for allegedly falsely marketing that store-brand hand sanitizers – including Equate, Up & Up, Walgreens, and Germ-X – “Kill[] 99.99% of germs” when,…
In August 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Walmart for allegedly falsely representing that Great Value ground coffee products will make a specific number of cups of coffee when,…
In August 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Perrigo Company and Walmart for allegedly misleadingly marketing that Equate Infant’s Pain & Fever Acetaminophen is formulated specifically for infants and…
In September 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Walmart for allegedly representing that consumers who purchased its lifetime tire balancing and rotation policy for tires would get tire rotation…
In June 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed alleging that Walmart misleads consumers by marketing Equate™ Infant’s Pain & Fever Acetaminophen and Equate™ Children’s Pain & Fever Acetaminophen as different…
In July 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Vi-Jon, Inc. for allegedly falsely advertising that germ-X and several store-brand hand sanitizers – including CVS Health, equate (Walmart), and Walgreens…
April 2019: A federal judge dismissed certain claims but allowed the false advertising claims to move forward. November 2018: A class-action lawsuit was filed against Walmart for allegedly misleadingly marketing…
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…
December 2019: This case was transferred to federal court. (Case No. 19-cv-10983, C. D. Cal.) August 2019: A class-action lawsuit was filed against Walmart for allegedly falsely advertising that customers…
January 2020: This case was transferred from state court to federal court. (Case No. 20-cv-23, C. D. Cal.) October 2019: A class-action lawsuit was filed against Walmart for allegedly falsely…
May 2019: The Bond case 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…
In November 2019, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Walmart for allegedly falsely advertising that its Great Value Vanilla Bean Ice Cream is flavored with vanilla when, according to plaintiffs,…
In November 2019, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Wal-Mart for allegedly falsely advertising that its Great Value LED light bulbs are ENERGY STAR® qualified, use less energy, and cost…
June 2019: The case was transferred to federal court. (Case No. 19-cv-1705, E. D. MO.) April 2019: A class-action lawsuit was filed against Murphy Oil USA for allegedly misleadingly listing…
In January 2019, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Walmart for allegedly misleadingly representing that the main ingredient in Great Value Graham Crackers is graham flour (a coarse, whole grain…
In July 2018, a state judge preliminarily approved a settlement of a class-action lawsuit filed against Lang Pharma Nutrition (a company that supplies retailers with CoQ-10 supplements to sell under…
December 2017: This case 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…
July 2018: A federal judge granted final approval of a settlement agreement in which class members who file valid claims will receive a $10 gift card to be used at…
July 2018: The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals found that the District Court properly dismissed the case but it should not have been dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with…
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…
March 2017: The Monahan case was consolidated with In re Welspun Litigation. February 2017: A Consolidated Amended Class Action Complaint was filed. The complaint makes the same allegation (i.e., that…
December 2013: This case 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…
April 2016: The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal concluding that the complaint failed to state a claim upon which relief could be granted. (Case No. 14-55752, 9th…
December 2013: This case 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…
In March 2018, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Walmart for allegedly mislabeling Spring Valley joint health supplements as containing glucosamine sulfate when, according to plaintiffs, they contain glucosamine hydrochloride…
In March 2018, two class-action lawsuits were filed against Walmart for allegedly falsely marketing that Nest Fresh Egg Farms “farm fresh” eggs are laid by hens “with outdoor access” when,…
In January 2018, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Walmart and Cal-Maine Foods for allegedly falsely advertising that Organic Marketside “farm fresh” eggs are laid by hens with access to…
In December 2017, a class-action lawsuit was filed against several manufacturers of flushable wipes – specifically, Costco, CVS, Kimberly-Clark, Procter & Gamble, Target, Walgreens, and Walmart – for allegedly falsely…
June 2016: This case was transferred to a multidistrict litigation (MDL) to be heard with similar lawsuits. To learn more about the MDL, click here. March 2016: A class-action lawsuit was…
September 2016: A federal judge granted the named plaintiff’s motion to voluntarily dismiss this action and imposed two conditions on the dismissal: First, the named plaintiff must agree to use…
June 2016: All six of these lawsuits were transferred to multidistrict litigation (MDL) to be heard with similar lawsuits. For more information about the MDL, click here. Early 2016: In…
June 2016: This case was transferred to multidistrict litigation (MDL) to be heard with other lawsuits. For more information about the MDL, click here. March 2016: A class-action lawsuit was…
June 2015: This case was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled. because the parties reached a settlement agreement, the terms of which have…
January 2016: This action was voluntarily dismissed because the parties reached a settlement agreement, the terms of which have not been disclosed. The dismissal was When a complaint is dismissed…
A false advertising class-action lawsuit was filed against Walmart and Eko Brands alleging that the Brew & Save Carafe filters for single-serve brewing machines are defective and do not work…
May 2016: This action was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled. as to the named plaintiffs’ claims and When a complaint is dismissed…
January 2017: This action was dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled., the reasons for which have not been disclosed. August 2015: A class-action lawsuit…
August 2017: This case 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…
In March 2017, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Walmart for allegedly falsely advertising Great Value All Natural Pita Chips as “All Natural” when, in reality, they contain synthetic and…
November 2016: A federal judge granted a stay in this case until after a ruling in a case, Briseño v. ConAgra Foods, Inc., pending in the Ninth Circuit Court of…
In February 2017, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Walmart for allegedly falsely marketing beers – including Cat’s Away IPA, After Party Pale Ale, Round Midnight Belgian White, and Red…
In October 2016, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Walmart for allegedly deceptively advertising that consumers who purchase car batteries receive a warranty allowing for the replacement of defective batteries…
July 2016: Plaintiffs voluntarily dismissed this action When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled.. The reasons for the dismissal have not been disclosed. July 2015: A…
February 2016: The appeal was voluntarily dismissed, the reasons for which have not been disclosed. (Hansell et al v. TracFone Wireless, Inc. dba Straight Talk Wireless et al, Case No.…
February 2016: A federal judge granted final approval of the settlement. May 2015: A federal judge preliminarily approved a $515,000 settlement of a false advertising class-action lawsuit against Karlin Foods…
June 2015: Some of the lawsuits were transferred to one court where they will be heard together. (MDL Docket Information: In Re: Herbal Supplements Marketing and Sales Practices Litigation, MDL…
April 2015: The named plaintiff voluntarily dismissed the complaint. The complaint was dismissed without prejudice, meaning that the complaint can be refiled. February 2015: A class-action lawsuit was filed against…
November 2014: A federal judge granted plaintiff’s motion to voluntarily dismiss this lawsuit with prejudice, meaning that the plaintiff cannot refile the lawsuit. June 2014: A federal judge denied Walmart’s…
An FDA panel’s recent findings has led to a flood of lawsuits.
Peter Adams, Marketing Dive
Universe of Play’s removal follows action led by TINA.org – and inaction from self-reg group.
Will it enforce them this time?
TINA.org, together with other consumer groups, calls for immediate audit of Walmart Universe of Play.