How a TINA.org Reader Tip Led to a Record Penalty for False Made in USA Claims
FTC says civil penalty against Williams-Sonoma is “the largest ever in a Made in USA case.”
September 2015: This case was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled., the reasons for which have not been disclosed.
August 2014: A class-action lawsuit was filed against Whole Foods for allegedly falsely advertising homeopathic products under the “365 Be Well” brand, including Flu Ease, Cough Ease, and Cough Ease for Kids. Specifically, the company falsely represents that these products will relieve medical symptoms – such as coughs, fever, chills, and body aches – when, according to the plaintiffs, they do not work as advertised. (Herazo et al v. Whole Foods Market, Inc., Case No. 14-cv-61909, S. D. FL.).
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