Multivitamins, Pokémon Go and Shopper “Risk Scores” We have quite the array of cases for you this week – and our first story centers on a vitamin company accused of overstating the quality of its product. From there, we’ll touch on why some retailers may be wrongfully labeling their customers as “fraudsters,” a new lawsuit plaguing the company behind Pokémon Go, and a deal from Domino’s that may not be as great as you think. If you’re looking for the top headlines in class action news, you came to the right place. As always, the latest in settlements can also be found below. - Ty Armstrong, Writer/Community Manager |
| A handful of SmartyPants multivitamins are facing scrutiny in light of a recently filed lawsuit that claims the products don’t live up to the way they are advertised. Specifically, the lawsuit contends that the company misled consumers by using the term “complete” to advertise its products when they lack vitamins K, B-12, and B-3, which are among the 13 vitamins the FDA has identified as those the body absolutely needs. According to the case, a reasonable consumer who viewed the products’ supplement facts would “not have any reason to know or suspect” that they are being deprived of some of the vitamins the FDA has deemed essential. Vitamins for both kids and adults are affected, so head over to this page for more on the case and a list of products named in the suit. |
Have Stores Been Secretly Assigning “Risk Scores” to Shoppers? If you’ve had trouble trying to return or exchange something to a retail store recently, a new lawsuit might hold the answer as to why. A proposed class action is claiming that two companies that evaluate whether shoppers are trying to commit fraud during the return/exchange process, as well as the stores who use the service (from Best Buy to Dick’s Sporting Goods), have been inaccurately evaluating whether someone is engaging in criminal activity. The result? Honest shoppers are being falsely branded as fraudsters and denied their returns. The suit further alleges that when a retailer requests a consumer’s “risk score” (that is, an assessment of whether the person is likely to be submitting a fraudulent return or exchange), a wealth of identifying information is shared and collected without the consent or knowledge of the individual. For a closer look at the case, which alleges violations of privacy, credit reporting and state consumer protection laws, as well as the companies involved, we have you covered. |
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| Latest Settlements - Windex Glass Cleaners
If you bought one of several Windex glass cleaner products (listed on the settlement site) between January 1, 2019 and July 9, 2021, you may be able to claim a piece of this settlement. - Schiff Glucosamine Supplements
You may be included in this settlement if you bought Schiff Move Free Advanced glucosamine supplements in the United States between May 28, 2015 and June 24, 2021. - Guinness Extra Stout (Massachusetts Only)
This settlement includes anyone who bought a six-pack or 12-pack of Guinness Extra Stout beer in Massachusetts between December 15, 2011 and September 3, 2015. | | |
To view a complete list of settlements and to find out how you can file a claim, click here. |
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| | ~ In Other News ~ | Pokémon Go has been making headlines ever since the first lawsuit was filed back in 2016 claiming that users of the monster-catching game were essentially being invited to trespass on private property. Things have undoubtedly calmed down as the game lost popularity, but now Niantic, the company behind Pokémon Go, is facing allegations that it has deprived minors of their right to obtain refunds for in-game purchases made with real-world money. According to the complaint, minors can’t be held to the company’s terms of use because they’re not adults and should legally be able to obtain refunds. Niantic, however, continues to operate its “no refund” policy as is, while actively encouraging its 147 million monthly users – some of whom are younger and wielding their parents’ credit cards – to spend as much money as possible on loot boxes, character accessories and other items, the suit says. This one gets a bit technical, but we have a detailed breakdown for you right here. |
| The Domino’s “Mix & Match” deal seems, at face value, like it offers some decent savings, as it allows you to choose two menu items for $5.99 each. Seems pretty straightforward, but a proposed class action is claiming that Domino’s customers end up paying more than the advertised $5.99 per item – and not simply because of taxes being applied. The lawsuit claims that consumers have been misled by Domino’s advertisements and ended up paying more than they thought they would have for pizza, cheesy bread, desserts and more under the “Mix & Match” promotion. For a closer look at the allegations being made, head over to this page. |
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