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Simply Potatoes Mashed Potatoes

In November 2017, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Michael Foods for allegedly deceptively representing that Simply Potatoes Mashed Potatoes are made with real butter on the front label without…

Diner’s Choice Mashed Potatoes

Class Action

Diner’s Choice Mashed Potatoes

In April 2018, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Crystal Farms Refrigerated Distribution Company for allegedly misleadingly advertising Diner’s Choice mashed potatoes as being “Made With REAL BUTTER” when, according…

Bob Evans Ready-to-Eat Mashed Potatoes

Class Action

Bob Evans Ready-to-Eat Mashed Potatoes

February 2020: A federal judge dismissed the complaint concluding, among other things, that reasonable consumers would not be misled by the marketing claims. June 2019: Plaintiffs filed an amended complaint…

Stop & Shop’s Homestyle Mashed Potatoes

Class Action

Stop & Shop’s Homestyle Mashed Potatoes

In April 2018, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Stop & Shop for allegedly falsely advertising its homestyle mashed potatoes as being “Made with Real Milk & Butter” when, according…

Alexia Potato Products

Class Action

Alexia Potato Products

December 2013: A federal judge issued final approval of the settlement reached between plaintiffs and ConAgra Foods. Class members include United States residents who purchased one of the eligible products…

Trader Joe’s Brand Fruit Bars