News from October 2016
Spokeo impact remains to be seen as lawsuits over N.J. law advance
A recent class action lawsuit filed against Facebook Inc. in connection with the social media site’s requirement that users agree to the company’s conditions is one of many suits being filed under New Jersey’s Truth-in-Consumer, Contract Warranty and Notice Act (TCCWNA).
Attorney: L.A. plaintiff may have easier time in California court proving his lawsuit against Zara
A Los Angeles man may have a tough time proving deception in his class action lawsuit against the Spanish clothing manufacturer, but may have a better shot in California than in other jurisdictions, a Palo Alto attorney said in a recent interview.
Woman alleges Galaxy S7's water-resistant claims are false after toilet drop causes phone to malfunction
A California woman is suing Samsung, alleging fraud, false advertising and unjust enrichment for selling a water-resistant phone she claims didn’t resist water at all.
Plaintiffs attorney: U.S. SC decision won’t stop companies from finding ways to head off class actions
Attorney David Stein, who often represents consumers in complex consumer protection and financial fraud cases against Fortune 100 companies, said in a lot of cases, voluntary reimbursement or relief is not enough for plaintiffs.
Indiana wine retailer, consumers accuse Illinois officials of discrimination
An Indiana wine dealer and two consumers are suing Illinois government officials, alleging discrimination on what wines can be sold to Illinois consumers.
Employees allege Northlake company failed to pay bonuses
Four employees are suing a Northlake company, alleging breach of contract in loss of bonus payments.
California customers accuse General Mills of false advertising
Two California consumers are suing General Mills, alleging negligent misrepresentation and unfair competition.
California consumer accuses health insurance marketers of phone harassment
A California consumer is suing health insurance marketers, alleging telephone harassment.
University of Phoenix allegedly violated federal telephone harassment statutes
An individual has filed a class action lawsuit against the educational institution for allegedly violating federal telephone harassment statutes.
Playtex allegedly falsified SPF coverage in Banana Boat Kids sunscreen
A consumer has filed a class action lawsuit against the manufacturer of Banana Boat Kids sunscreen SPF 50 for alleged fraud and negligent misrepresentation.
TV One News, owner allegedly libeled businessman
An individual has filed a lawsuit against a Pakistan-based television station and its broadcaster for alleged libel and slander that occurred in a segment that aired.
Appeals court upholds dissolve of consent degree in 'unusual' Florida case
It doesn't pay to wait 15 years if you're trying to proceed with a motion on a consent decree, as Seyfarth Shaw LLP's Gerald Maatman points out.
Side agreements with environmental regulators an uphill battle in court
A recent case in Illinois federal court has brought attention to the fact that organizations need to pay close attention to specific and strict requirements of the environmental regulators, even when they have come to so-called side agreements with them. Why? Citizen lawsuits.
Proposed Nature's Way coconut oil class action moves forward
A California federal judge denied most, but not all, of motions to dismiss and strike a proposed class action lawsuit on Aug. 12 that claimed Nature's Way falsely labeled and advertised its coconut oil as healthy.