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business1 year ago

Home Depot Allegedly Misleading Shoppers with Fake Black Friday Discounts

Home Depot is accused of misleading customers by labeling items with "Black Friday deals" that match their original prices, as shown in a viral TikTok video. This practice, if true, could be considered false advertising and erode consumer trust, especially amid existing concerns over pricing tactics like shrinkflation. Retail experts note that Black Friday deals have generally become less significant, with fewer substantial discounts compared to previous years.

via Fortune|
#blackfriday#business#consumertrust
business1 year ago

Kraft Heinz Faces Legal Battle Over Mac & Cheese Labeling Claims

A class action lawsuit against Kraft Heinz is proceeding after a judge ruled that claims of false advertising on Kraft Mac & Cheese packaging can move forward. The lawsuit alleges that the product contains preservatives despite packaging claims of "No Artificial Flavors, Preservatives or Dyes." Kraft Heinz denies these allegations and sought dismissal, asserting the lawsuit lacks merit. The case highlights ongoing legal challenges in the food industry over advertising practices.

via The Takeout|
#business#consumerprotection#falseadvertising
legal2 years ago

"Florida Woman's $5M Suit Accuses Hershey of Deceptive Reese's Halloween Packaging"

Cynthia Kelly has filed a class action lawsuit against The Hershey Company for $5 million, alleging false advertising of Reese's Peanut Butter Pumpkins. The packaging depicted the candy with a carved jack-o'-lantern face, which was not present on the actual product. The case raises broader concerns about misleading marketing practices, with Hershey joining other food brands that have faced similar legal challenges. The outcome of the lawsuit remains to be seen, as Hershey has not commented on the matter.

via NPR|
##classaction#consumerrights
legal2 years ago

"Hershey Faces Lawsuit Over Reese's 'Faceless' Halloween Pumpkins"

Cynthia Kelly has filed a lawsuit against Hershey for allegedly misrepresenting its Halloween-themed Reese's Peanut Butter Pumpkins and other products, which did not feature the detailed carvings as shown on the packaging. The lawsuit seeks class-action status for consumers who feel misled by the product's packaging. Hershey has not commented on the lawsuit, which is part of a series of false advertising claims against various food brands.

via CNN|
##consumerrights#falseadvertising
business-and-technology2 years ago

"Vizio Settles for $3 Million Over Misleading TV Refresh Rate Advertising"

Vizio has settled a class action lawsuit by agreeing to pay $3 million and to cease using the term "effective refresh rate" in its advertising, which was deemed misleading. The term referred to software enhancements that create the illusion of smoother images, rather than actual hardware capabilities. Customers who purchased a Vizio TV between April 30, 2014, and the settlement date can claim up to $50. Vizio's latest TVs no longer use the "effective" term but still advertise a "Dynamic Motion Rate" of 120Hz on a native 60Hz screen. The settlement serves as a caution against taking high refresh rate claims at face value.

via Gizmodo|
##business-and-technology#classactionlawsuit
legal2 years ago

Woman Sues Hershey for $5M Over Reese's Missing Halloween Decorations

Hershey is facing a class-action lawsuit for allegedly using deceptive packaging on its Reese's Peanut Butter Pumpkin chocolates, which show "cute" carvings of Halloween decorations that are not present on the actual candies. The plaintiff, Cynthia Kelly, and other consumers were misled into expecting decorated chocolates, which previous packaging versions accurately depicted as undecorated. The lawsuit claims this misrepresentation was an attempt to boost sales, and it cites similar cases against other companies, some of which have been dismissed or settled. Hershey has not commented on the pending litigation.

via The Washington Post|
##consumerrights#falseadvertising
legal2 years ago

Florida Woman Sues Hershey for $5M Over Reese's Pumpkins Lacking Carved Faces

A Florida woman has filed a proposed class-action lawsuit against the Hershey Co., alleging that the company falsely advertised its Reese's Peanut Butter Pumpkins by displaying a face on the packaging that was not present on the actual candy. The lawsuit seeks damages for all Floridians who purchased not only the pumpkins but also other themed Reese's products like White Ghosts and Peanut Butter Bats, with claims exceeding $5 million. Hershey has not commented on the pending litigation.

via HuffPost|
##classactionlawsuit#consumerrights
legalconsumer-affairs2 years ago

"Claim Your Share of Vizio's $3M Settlement Over Inaccurate Refresh Rates"

Vizio has settled a class-action lawsuit for $3 million due to misleading advertising about the refresh rates of their TVs. Customers in California who bought a Vizio TV after April 30, 2014, may be eligible for up to $50 from the settlement. The lawsuit claimed that Vizio falsely advertised "effective" refresh rates of 120Hz and 240Hz, which were actually lower. Vizio denies wrongdoing but has agreed to cease deceptive marketing and offer enhanced services and a one-year warranty to affected customers. Claims can be submitted through the lawsuit's website.

via PCMag|
##classactionlawsuit#consumercompensation
legal2 years ago

"Hershey Hit with $5M Lawsuit for Alleged Deception in Reese's Holiday Candy Packaging"

Hershey is being sued by a Florida woman in a proposed class action lawsuit for allegedly misleading consumers with the packaging of their Reese’s holiday-themed peanut butter candies. The lawsuit claims the candies lacked the detailed designs shown on the packaging, which the plaintiff argues are a selling point. The lawsuit seeks at least $5 million in damages for violations of Florida's consumer protection laws, specifically for purchasers of various Reese’s holiday-themed products. Hershey has yet to respond to the lawsuit.

via TODAY|
##classaction#consumerprotection
legal2 years ago

Florida Woman Sues Hershey for $5M, Claiming Reese's Packaging Misleads on Candy Designs

A Florida woman has filed a class-action lawsuit against The Hershey Company, alleging false and deceptive advertising of Reese's Peanut Butter products. The lawsuit claims that the candy's packaging shows artistic carvings, such as faces on pumpkins, which are not present on the actual candies. The complaint cites violations of Florida’s Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act and seeks class-action status for all similarly affected consumers in Florida, with the matter involving a controversy exceeding $5 million.

via WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland|
##classaction#consumerrights
legal2 years ago

"Florida Woman Sues Hershey for $5M Over 'Deceptive' Reese's Holiday Candy Packaging"

Hershey is being sued in a proposed class action lawsuit for at least $5 million by a Florida woman, Cynthia Kelly, who claims the company's holiday-themed Reese’s peanut butter candies do not feature the artistic details advertised on the packaging. Kelly argues that the lack of "explicit carved out artistic designs" on the candies, such as the missing carvings on the Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins, is misleading to consumers. The lawsuit seeks damages for Florida purchasers of various Reese’s holiday-themed products, alleging violations of Florida's consumer protection laws.

via NBC News|
##classaction#consumerprotection
legal2 years ago

"Florida Woman Sues Hershey for $5M Over Reese's Packaging and Design Dispute"

Cynthia Kelly from Florida is suing Hershey for $5 million, claiming false advertising over the design of Reese's seasonal candies. She alleges that the candies, such as Reese's Peanut Butter Pumpkins, do not feature the detailed designs shown on the packaging, contrary to her expectations upon purchase. The lawsuit points out that the packaging previously did not display carved designs and that this change occurred within the last few years. Hershey has yet to comment on the lawsuit.

via WKRC TV Cincinnati|
##cynthiakelly#falseadvertising
legal2 years ago

"Florida Woman Files $5M Lawsuit Against Hershey, Claims Deception in Reese's Holiday Candy Design"

A Florida woman, Cynthia Kelly, has filed a $5 million class-action lawsuit against The Hershey Company, claiming that Reese's holiday-themed peanut butter candies do not feature the carved designs as depicted on their packaging. Kelly alleges that products like Reese's peanut butter pumpkins, footballs, bats, and white chocolate ghosts lack the detailed designs shown on the wrappers, which she argues is deceptive. The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court in the Middle District of Florida after Kelly purchased a bag of peanut butter pumpkins that did not meet her expectations based on the packaging imagery.

via CBS Philly|
##classaction#consumerrights