Holiday Shopping: Separating the Real Deals from the Fake Ones
TINA.org offers some tips on how to avoid a shopping mishap this season.
Class-Action Tracker
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.
CATrends: Adulterated Avocado Oil
Lawsuits accuse retailers of misleading consumers on the purity of their avocado oil.
CATrends: Fake Collagen Cosmetics
Lawsuits allege not all collagen cosmetics are the real deal.
Class Actions
Kaged Muscle Workout Supplements
Allegations: Deceptively using slack-filled containers
Elmer’s Krazy Glue
April 2017: This case was transferred to federal court. January 2017: A class-action lawsuit was filed against Elmer’s Products for allegedly deceptively packaging Krazy Glue using You know when you…
Axe & Sledge Protein Powders
Allegations: Deceptively using slack-filled containers
Boxes of Sour Jacks Watermelon Gummy Candy
Allegations: Deceptively using slack-filled boxes
Pirate’s Booty Aged White Cheddar Snacks
A class-action lawsuit was filed against B&G Foods and Pirate Brands for allegedly deceptively using You know when you buy a big bag of chips, and you’re all psyched for…
L’Occitane Ultra Rich Body Cream for Dry and Sensitive Skin
Allegations: Deceptively using slack-filled containers
Harry and David Moose Munch Gourmet Popcorn
May 2017: This action was voluntarily dismissed, the reasons for which have not been disclosed. The named plaintiff’s claims were dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot…
Packaging of Pret A Manager Sandwich Wraps
February 2019: The named plaintiff resolved and voluntarily dismissed her individual claims. 2017: A class-action lawsuit was filed against Pret A Manager (USA) Limited for allegedly deceptively using You know…
CytoSport Muscle Milk Powders
December 2016: A federal judge dismissed the case finding that the claims were conclusory and not plausible. 2015: A false advertising class-action lawsuit was filed against CytoSport for allegedly deceptively…
Boxes of Reese’s Pieces and Whoppers Candy
February 2018: A federal judge granted The Hershey Company’s motion for summary judgment finding that the named plaintiff failed to show that the allegedly deceptive practice caused him injury because…