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Consumer files suit against supplement manufacturer
A California woman filed suit against a nutritional supplement manufacturer on claims of breach of express and implied warranty, violation of trade and advertising law, and negligence.
Condo owners' suit alleges fraud over terms
Three California consumers have sued a group of Nevada hotel businesses, alleging breach of contract and good faith in a property-ownership regulation dispute dating back to 2006.
Law firm sues couple for breach of contract
A Ventura County, California law firm brought suit against two Florida residents on Feb. 10 in the U.S.
Woman's lawsuit targets bill-paying service's surcharges
A Florida woman has sued a funds-transmission service company on Feb. 10 in the U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida, alleging unlawful surcharges on her utility bills from 2011 to the present.
Doctor alleges breach of contract by medical group
A Spotsylvania County physician has brought suit against a Cardiology practice and six medical professionals in the Spotsylvania County Circuit Court, Virginia on Feb. 6 alleging fraud and breach of contract. Patrick J.
Woman sues medical manufacturer for injuries
A San Diego County woman brought a class action suit against a medical product manufacturer and four individuals in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego, on Feb. 6, alleging unfair trade practices.
Missouri suits alleges Walgreens misrepresented supplements
Two St. Louis County individuals sued a large American retailer claiming fraudulent sale and labeling of certain nutritional supplements in the U.S.
2 sue AAA over billing practices
Two California residents sued the American Automobile Association (AAA) for allegedly violating business law in the U.S.
Widow sues Pa. nursing home over alleged negligence
A Blair County, Pennsylvania, woman sued the owners of a nursing home on Thursday alleging they were responsible for her husband’s death while under their care.
Dog owner sues Nestle Purina alleging food harmed pets
A Contra Costa County man filed a class-action lawsuit against a large pet food manufacturer on Wednesday, alleging unsafe pet food manufacturing and distribution, as well as breach of warranty.
Ill. sues Chicago firm for alleged violation of Do Not Call Registry
The state of Illinois filed a lawsuit against Kensington Service Group, Inc., a Chicago mergers and acquisitions company, on Wednesday alleging the company violated telemarketing laws by calling consumers on the National Do Not Call Registry.
Consumers allege false advertising by Wal-Mart
Two women filed a class-action lawsuit against Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. on Feb. 4, alleging unfair competition, false advertising and unfair trade practices related to the sale of herbal supplements.
Credit card user sues debt collection firm
A man sued a Pennsylvania debt collector and its attorney on Tuesday for alleged fraudulent collection practices.
SEC charges store owner with insider trading
The SEC has charged an elderly businessman with illegal stock trading action based on insider information gained from his son’s girlfriend.
Pharmaceutical makers sue Mucinex manufacturer
URL Pharma, Inc., Mutual Pharmaceutical Company, Inc. and United Research Laboratories, Inc. filed an antitrust suit against Reckitt Benckiser, Inc. on Feb. 3 alleging unfair trade practices in the sale and distribution of Mucinex.
Chinese citizens sue supplement maker
Three Chinese citizens filed a class-action lawsuit against a health supplement company and a number of its affiliates on Friday over allegations of false advertising and associated infringements dating back to 2007.
3 NM hospitals, management company to pay $75 million settlement
Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation (CHSPSC) and three of its partner hospitals in New Mexico reached a $75 million settlement with the U.S. Justice Department on Monday over allegations they violated the False Claims Act.
Customer sues Kohl's for unwanted phone calls
A Pennsylvania woman sued Kohl's Department Store on Jan. 26 for infringement of consumer protection law.
Consumers allege manufacturer falsely advertised Muscle Milk
Three consumers filed a class-action suit against a sports drink manufacturer on Jan. 23 alleging misleading marketing in regard to their product labeling.
Suit alleges beverage company misled consumers
Two Tallahassee residents sued Knudsen & Sons, Inc. on Wednesday, alleging false advertising related to one of the company's juice products.