
CATrends: Nutriwashing
Lawsuits allege foods and beverages aren’t as healthy as you might think.
Information about federal false advertising class actions filed around the country. Please note, our list is neither comprehensive nor reflective of TINA.org’s opinion.
Lawsuits allege foods and beverages aren’t as healthy as you might think.
Lawsuits challenge American-made claims.
A deceptive marketing trend takes root.
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing products as monk fruit sweetener when they contain mostly erythritol
Allegations: Misrepresenting vehicles as having been thoroughly tested and safe to drive when they may suddenly accelerate due to a defect in the steering wheel
Allegations: Falsely advertising discounts off of artificially inflated reference prices
Allegations: Products contain less protein per serving than advertised
Allegations: Falsely advertising discounts off of artificially inflated regular prices and as available for a limited time
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products contain an addictive ingredient
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products are addictive
Allegations: Falsely marketing products as safe and reliable when they can overheat and catch fire
Allegations: Marketing vehicles as reliable and safe when the batteries can short circuit and catch fire due to a defect
Allegations: Falsely advertising products as “Natural Food” that contain “No Artificial Preservatives”