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Energy Star Asks for a Mulligan

Consumer News

Energy Star Asks for a Mulligan

If you’ve ever shopped around for a household appliance or new heating system, you’ve probably seen this sticker: Energy Star was created in 1992 by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency…

LG’s “Energy Star” Certified Televisions

Class Action

LG’s “Energy Star” Certified Televisions

In September 2016, a class-action lawsuit was filed against LG Electronics U.S.A. for allegedly marketing its televisions as “energy efficient” and “Energy Star” certified when, in reality, the energy-saving features…

Wall of Shame

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Wall of Shame

What do Tom Brady, Kim Kardashian and Dr. Oz all have in common?

The Energy Efficiency of Samsung Televisions

Class Action

The Energy Efficiency of Samsung Televisions

In January 2017, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Samsung for allegedly misrepresenting the energy efficiency of its televisions. Specifically, the complaint claims that Samsung televisions have ENERGYGUIDE labels and…

Energy Efficiency of LG Televisions

Class Action

Energy Efficiency of LG Televisions

In March 2017, a class-action lawsuit was filed against LG Electronics for allegedly misrepresenting the energy efficiency of televisions. Specifically, the complaint alleges that the company places the ENERGYGUIDE label…

Imperial Nuts Energy Blend

Class Action

Imperial Nuts Energy Blend

In September 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Star Snacks Company for allegedly deceptively marketing Imperial Nuts Energy Blend as containing mostly almonds, pecans, and walnuts when, according to…

KitchenAid Refrigerators

Class Action

KitchenAid Refrigerators

May 2017: A federal judge granted final approval of the settlement. June 2016: A federal judge preliminarily approved a settlement of a false advertising class-action lawsuit against Whirlpool. The complaint,…

Samsung’s Energy Efficiency Claims

Class Action

Samsung’s Energy Efficiency Claims

In November 2016, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Samsung for allegedly marketing televisions as “energy efficient” and “Energy Star” certified when, in reality, software automatically disables energy-saving features whenever…

Maytag Centennial Washing Machines

Class Action

Maytag Centennial Washing Machines

In February 2016, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Whirlpool Corporation for allegedly misrepresenting the water and energy efficiency of Maytag Centennial washing machines (specifically, model numbers MVWC6ESWW0, MVWC6ESWW1, MVWC7ESWW0).…

Maytag’s Centennial Washing Machines

Class Action

Maytag’s Centennial Washing Machines

In May 2016, Whirlpool (a manufacturer of home appliances) and several stores named as defendants in a false advertising class-action lawsuit opposed a February 2016 motion to certify a class.…

Great Value LED Light Bulbs

Class Action

Great Value LED Light Bulbs

In November 2019, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Wal-Mart for allegedly falsely advertising that its Great Value LED light bulbs are ENERGY STAR® qualified, use less energy, and cost…

Cascade Platinum

Ad Alert

Cascade Platinum

Detergent brand uses greenwashing in effort to convince consumers that running a less than full dishwasher is actually good for the environment.

Vizio Televisions

Class Action

Vizio Televisions

In October 2016, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Vizio for allegedly marketing its televisions as “energy efficient” and “Energy Star” certified when, in reality, software automatically disables energy-saving features…

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