Stellantis pulls Jeep, Ram and Dodge tariff-response ads after built-in-USA scrutiny
E.J. Schultz, Ad Age
WaterWipes Baby Wipes
Case Name (Date)
Bregvadze et al. v. WaterWipes (USA) Inc.
25-cv-2586, S.D.N.Y.
(March 2025)
Merlo et al. v. WaterWipes (USA) Inc.
25-cv-4640, N.D. Cal.
(June 2025)
Product/Service
WaterWipes baby wipes
Allegations
Falsely marketing products as plastic-free when they contain microplastics, which are harmful to people and the environment
Status
Pending
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