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Nice! Honey Graham Crackers

In February 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Walgreens for allegedly misleadingly marketing Nice! Honey Graham Crackers. Specifically, the complaint claims that the retailer misleadingly represents that the main…

Sudafed, Tylenol, DayQuil, NyQuil and Store Brand Cold and Flu Medicines

Class Action

Sudafed, Tylenol, DayQuil, NyQuil and Store Brand Cold and Flu Medicines

Allegations: Falsely marketing that phenylephrine products treat congestion and other cold and flu symptoms

Unapproved Eye Products

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Unapproved Eye Products

FDA targets companies selling eye drops illegally marketed to treat conditions like pink eye.

Several Brands of Cold and Flu Medicines

Class Action

Several Brands of Cold and Flu Medicines

Allegations: Falsely marketing that phenylephrine products treat congestion and other cold and flu symptoms

Ovulation Test Kits

Class Action

Ovulation Test Kits

Allegations: Falsely advertising the accuracy of ovulation test kits

Cold and Flu Medicines

Class Action

Cold and Flu Medicines

Allegations: Falsely marketing the products treat nasal congestion

Beware Holiday Phishing Scams

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Beware Holiday Phishing Scams

Emails may contain viruses and malware to steal your identity.

Mucinex, Sudafed, Tylenol, Benadryl and Other Cold & Flu Medicines

Class Action

Mucinex, Sudafed, Tylenol, Benadryl and Other Cold & Flu Medicines

Allegations: Falsely marketing medicines as decongestants

Sudafed, Tylenol, and Other Cold and Flu Medicines

Class Action

Sudafed, Tylenol, and Other Cold and Flu Medicines

Allegations: Falsely marketing products as decongestants

Wal-Phed PE Nasal Decongestant Tablets

Class Action

Wal-Phed PE Nasal Decongestant Tablets

Allegations: Falsely marketing that medicines relieve sinus pressure and congestion

Various Dry Shampoos

Class Action

Various Dry Shampoos

Allegations: Failing to disclose products contain the carcinogen benzene

Walgreen’s Glucosamine/Chondroitin Supplements

Class Action

Walgreen’s Glucosamine/Chondroitin Supplements

May 2015: The plaintiff dismissed this action When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled.. July 2014: A federal judge stayed the action in this case pending…

Walgreen Supplements

Class Action

Walgreen Supplements

July 2014: After a global settlement was reached, this action was administratively closed with the consent of the parties. For more information about the settlement, click here. August 2013: A…

Finest Nutrition Glucosamine Sulfate Supplements

Class Action

Finest Nutrition Glucosamine Sulfate Supplements

In August 2018, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Walgreen Co. for allegedly falsely marketing Finest Nutrition glucosamine sulfate dietary supplements as containing 1000mg of glucosamine sulfate when, according to…

Complete Home Heavy Duty Cutlery

Class Action

Complete Home Heavy Duty Cutlery

Allegations: Misleadingly marketing that products are dishwasher safe and heavy duty

CVS Aftersun Aloe Vera Moisturizing Gel

Class Action

CVS Aftersun Aloe Vera Moisturizing Gel

March 2020: The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court’s decision to grant summary judgment in favor of the companies. April 2019: A federal judge granted judgment in…

CATrends: Rapid Release Pain Relief Medications

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CATrends: Rapid Release Pain Relief Medications

These claims are tough to swallow.

Walgreen Glucosamine Supplements

Class Action

Walgreen Glucosamine Supplements

March 2015: A federal judge granted final approval of the revised settlement agreement. January 2015: The parties to the lawsuit renegotiated the settlement agreement and filed an amended agreement in…

Valentine’s Day Deception: Don’t Fall for These Bad Ads