CATrends: Fake Discounts on Fitness Products
When the sale price is the regular price.
Barnhill et al. v. Mid-America Pet Food, LLC
24-cv-46, E.D. Tex.
(April 2024)
Victor Super Premium, Wayne Feeds, Eagle Mountain, and Member’s Mark
Misleadingly representing that products contain quality ingredients and are safe, nutritious, and suitable for animals when they were contaminated with salmonella
Pending
When the sale price is the regular price.
Software maker will pay a $75 million fine and provide “affected consumers” with free services.
Order puts platforms like Amazon and Walmart on notice.
Advertised “best deal ever” comes with some caveats.
Before paying a company for something, know all your options.