CATrends: OTC Cold and Flu Medicines Falsely Marketed as ‘Non-Drowsy’ Consumer News CATrends: OTC Cold and Flu Medicines Falsely Marketed as ‘Non-Drowsy’ Several products marketed as ‘non-drowsy’ contain an ingredient that causes drowsiness, lawsuits claim.
Pantene, Aussie, Herbal Essences, and Other Brands of Aerosol Hair Products Class Action Pantene, Aussie, Herbal Essences, and Other Brands of Aerosol Hair Products Allegations: Failing to disclose products contain the carcinogen benzene
Old Spice Products Class Action Old Spice Products Allegations: Failing to disclose that products contain the carcinogen benzene
The Problem with Flushing Flushable Wipes Ad Alert The Problem with Flushing Flushable Wipes They’re advertised as “flushable” but wastewater officials and consumers say that claim falls short.
Duralock Batteries Class Action Duralock Batteries In October 2015, a federal judge dismissed a class-action lawsuit against the makers of Duracell batteries alleging, among other things, that the marketing (including TV and radio commercials, and product…
Sudafed PE, Vicks NyQuil, and Benadryl Allergy Plus Congestion Class Action Sudafed PE, Vicks NyQuil, and Benadryl Allergy Plus Congestion Allegations: Falsely marketing that medicines treat nasal decongestion
“Unscented” Deodorants Class Action “Unscented” Deodorants May 2015: This action was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice, an amended version of the complaint can be refiled.. The reasons for the dismissal have not…
Crest Charcoal Toothpastes Class Action Crest Charcoal Toothpastes Allegations: Misleadingly marketing charcoal toothpastes as safe, gentle, whitening, and healthy when they pose safety risks and are abrasive
Ivory® Dish Detergent Class Action Ivory® Dish Detergent A class-action lawsuit was filed against The Procter and Gamble Company for allegedly misleadingly marketing that Ivory® Dish Detergent is “gentle on hands” and “designed to have mild, long-lasting suds”…
Align® Class Action Align® April 2018: A federal judge granted final approval of the settlement agreement. December 2017: A federal judge preliminarily approved the settlement agreement. A final fairness hearing is scheduled for April…
Pampers “natural clean” Wipes Class Action Pampers “natural clean” Wipes January 2018: This case was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled., the reasons for which have not been disclosed. October 2017: A class-action…
Gillete® Fusion ProGlide Sensitive 2-in-1 Shave Gel Class Action Gillete® Fusion ProGlide Sensitive 2-in-1 Shave Gel August 2018: This case was transferred to federal court. (Case No. 18-cv-6844, C.D. Cal.) April 2018: A class-action lawsuit was filed against Procter & Gamble for allegedly misleadingly using You…
Balsam Color Hair Dyeing Kits Class Action Balsam Color Hair Dyeing Kits March 2018: This case was consolidated with another similar lawsuit pending in Alabama, Jones v. Coty, Inc. (Case No. 16-cv-622, S. D. AL.) February 2018: This case was transferred to…
Herbal Essences Wild Naturals Hair Products Class Action Herbal Essences Wild Naturals Hair Products January 2019: This case was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled., the reasons for which have not been disclosed. February 2017: A class-action…
Febreze Car Vent Clips Class Action Febreze Car Vent Clips In May 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against The Procter & Gamble Company for allegedly misleadingly marketing Frebreze Car Vent Clips as lasting for up to 30 days, “safe…
Crest Gum & Enamel Repair Toothpaste Class Action Crest Gum & Enamel Repair Toothpaste Allegations: Falsely advertising that toothpaste will repair gums
Crest and Oral-B Gum & Enamel Repair Toothpastes Class Action Crest and Oral-B Gum & Enamel Repair Toothpastes Allegations: Misleadingly representing that toothpastes will repair damaged gums and enamel
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Vanilla Honey & Vitamin B Shampoo Class Action Herbal Essences Bio Renew Vanilla Honey & Vitamin B Shampoo Allegations: Misleadingly marketing shampoos as plant-based and natural by using the phrase “Real Botanicals” and the Royal Botanical Gardens Kew seal on the bottles
Charmin Freshmates® Flushable Wipes Class Action Charmin Freshmates® Flushable Wipes April 2019: A federal judge granted final approval of the settlement agreement. November 2018: A federal judge preliminarily approved a settlement agreement that would provide class members with monetary and…
Olay Ultra Moisture Beauty Bar Ad Alert Olay Ultra Moisture Beauty Bar When did the soap game get so dirty?