Ecover, Method Natural Products Class Action Settlement

A settlement has been proposed in a class action lawsuit that alleges Method and Ecover branded products were deceptively labeled as “natural” and/or “naturally derived.”

If you purchased certain Method and/or Ecover products between Aug. 1, 2010 and Apr. 27, 2017, you may be entitled to receive a cash payment from the class action settlement.

The Method class action lawsuit was filed in September 2016 by plaintiff Wesley Vincent, who claims the defendants violated certain laws regarding the marketing, labeling, and advertising of certain Method and Ecover branded products.

Vincent alleges the so-called “natural” or “naturally derived” products actually include artificial and synthetic ingredients, some of which may be hazardous and have the potential to cause irritation or an allergic reaction.

The natural products class action lawsuit takes issue with the defendants use of the following terms in the labeling, marketing and advertising of certain Method and Ecover products: “Natural,” “Naturally Derived,” “hypo-allergenic,” “non-toxic,” “plant-derived,” “plant-based,” “mineral-based,” “bio-based,” and similar statements.

The products covered under the natural products class action settlement include Method and Ecover branded personal care products, dishwashing products, laundry products and other household products.

Under the terms of the proposed natural products class action settlement, defendants People Against Dirty PBC and Method Products PBC have agreed to establish a $2.8 million settlement fund. They have denied any wrongdoing but agreed to the class action settlement to avoid the burden and expense of ongoing litigation.

The natural products class action settlement received preliminary approval on Jan. 9, 2017.

If you would like to opt out of or object to the class action settlement, you must do so no later than Mar. 28, 2017.

Who’s Eligible

Class Members of the natural products settlement include all persons and entities who purchased any of the covered Method and Ecover products for personal use and not for resale between Aug. 1, 2010 and Apr. 27, 2017.

NOTE: To be eligible to participate in the natural products class action settlement, you must be a U.S. resident and you must have purchased the eligible Method and/or Ecover products in the United States.

A full list of the covered products is available here.

Potential Award

Approximately $1 per unit purchased.

Class Members who do not submit proof of purchase may claim up to eight units, and Class Members who do submit proof of purchase may submit claims for all products purchased.

Proof of Purchase

None required. However, Class Members who submit proof of purchase can receive payment for all covered products purchased while those who do not submit proof of purchase can only claim up to eight products purchased.

Claim Form

CLICK HERE TO FILE A CLAIM »

Claim Form Deadline

4/27/2017

Case Name

Vincent, et al. v. People Against Dirty PBC & Method Products PBC, Case No. 7:16-cv-06936, in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York

Final Hearing

5/12/2017

UPDATE: On June 20th, 2017, the Ecover/Method Natural Products settlement was granted final approval.  Let Top Class Actions know when you receive a check in the comments section below or on our  Facebook page.

UPDATE 2: On July 18th, 2017, an appeal to the Ecover/Method Natural Products settlement was filed.  Claims will not be paid until all appeals are exhausted.  We appreciate your ongoing patience. Top Class Actions will continue to provide updates as we learn more. 

UPDATE 3: On August 29, 2017, the appeal to the Ecover/Method Natural Products settlement was dismissed.  Let Top Class Actions know when you receive a check in the comments section below or on our  Facebook page.

UPDATE 4: On Nov. 6, 2017, Top Class Actions viewers who filed a claim for the Method cleaning products class action settlement started receiving checks in the mail worth as much as $53.53. Congratulations to everyone who got PAID!

Settlement Website

www.MPPSettlement.com

Claims Administrator

MPP Class Action
Settlement Administrator – Angeion Group
1801 Market Street, Suite 660
Philadelphia, PA 19103
1-855-211-0656
info@MPPSettlement.com

Class Counsel

Adam Gonnelli
SULTZER LAW GROUP

Joshua H. Eggnatz
EGGNATZ LOPATIN & PASACUCCI LLP

Defense Counsel

Trenton Norris
ARNOLD & PORTER LLP