News from November 2018
Virgil's Soda alleged to have falsely advertised drinks as having no preservatives
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) – A New York woman alleges a brand of soda falsely advertises that the drinks are made without preservatives.
MoviePass, Helios and others face class action in California federal court
OAKLAND — A class-action lawsuit has been filed against MoviePass, Inc., Helios and Matheson Analytics Inc., Ted Farnsworth, Stuart Benson, Mitch Lowe, and others, claiming the subscription-based movie ticketing operators violate various state laws by refusing to provide refunds.
Michigan resident alleges debt collectors sent letter with confusing payment option
DETROIT (Legal Newsline) – A Michigan resident alleges two debt collectors made an unfair offer when it attempted to collect 2 cents more than the amount of an offer.
Law firms alleged to have disseminated misleading advertising targeting Uber drivers
BOSTON (Legal Newsline) – A Massachusetts man seeks to stop advertisements from two law firms in Chicago and Alabama targeted at Uber drivers.
BNSF Railway alleges Washington railroad construction project is preempted by federal law
TACOMA, Wash. (Legal Newsline) – A common carrier alleges its railroad construction project in a Washington county is not subject to state, county and local laws.
Consumer alleges myCharge power bank does not have the capacity advertised
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (Legal Newsline) – A New York consumer alleges a portable charger used for electronic devices does not have the capacity advertised.
California teacher alleges constitutional rights have been violated by union, school district
LOS ANGELES (Legal Newsline) – A special education teacher in California alleges his constitutional rights have been violated because a union refused to allow him to withdraw his membership.
Asbestos defendants advised to discern potential BAP1 gene link in claimants
Attendees at a recent conference on asbestos litigation were advised to ask claimants about the history of cancer in families, and potentially then ask for a test because of the link between some mesothelioma cases and potential genetic factors.
Pure Protein products packaged in misleading containers, consumer alleges
LOS ANGELES (Legal Newsline) – A Los Angeles consumer alleges a brand of protein powder is packaged in containers with nonfunctional slack-fill.
Individuals, NRA challenging Washington State gun regulations
SEATTLE (Legal Newsline) – Several individuals and the National Rifle Association are challenging new gun regulations in Washington State.
Texas family of minor who died after falling out of school bus files wrongful death suit against Navistar, others
McALLEN, Texas (Legal Newsline) – The parents and siblings of a Texas teen who died after falling out of a bus have filed a wrongful death suit against the bus manufacturer and others.
Pennsylvania opioid litigation in chaos as plaintiff lawyers fight over control
MEDIA – Opioid litigation in Pennsylvania appears to be in chaos as a prominent law firm has withdrawn from a leadership position on the plaintiff side and unions and the county surrounding the city of Allentown fight efforts to consolidate all lawsuits in a single court.
New York files suit against 3M, Tyco Fire Products, others over alleged contamination from fire extinguishing foam
ALBANY, N.Y. (Legal Newsline) – The state of New York alleges a product used to extinguish fires has contaminated the environment.
Feds allege Washington resident engaged in money laundering
TACOMA, Wash. (Legal Newsline) – The federal government alleges that a Washington resident has engaged in money laundering.
Sparkling Ice drinks contain undisclosed artificial flavor, consumers allege
SAN DIEGO (Legal Newsline) – Two California consumers have filed a class-action lawsuit against a beverage maker over allegations it failed to disclose an artificial ingredient on the product's front label.
California consumer alleges Moosejaw.com records visitors' confidential information
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) – A Mill Valley, California resident alleges the website of an outdoor recreation retailer wiretaps the computers of its visitors.
BMW vehicle owners allege N63 engines rapidly consume oil
ATLANTA (Legal Newline) – Seven BMW vehicle owners allege an engine defect causes the vehicles to consume excessive amounts of oil.
Former Gateway Energy Services customer alleges it charges higher rates for electricity
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (Legal Newsline) – A New Jersey consumer has filed a class-action lawsuit against a New York energy company over allegations it charges excessive amounts for electricity.
Consumers allege Juice Organics repairing hair products cannot repair damaged hair
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) – Two consumers allege a brand of hair products they purchase did not deliver the hair-repairing benefits promises.
Virginia court orders loan company to pay more than $50 miliion for alleged illegal loans
HAMPTON, Va. — A Hampton Circuit Court has ordered a loan company and its owner to pay more than $50 million in debt relief and civil penalties for advancing illegal, high-interest loans to more than 1,000 veterans and seniors in the state, according to the Virginia Attorney General's Office.