TopClassActions  |  April 18, 2014

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Latest Lawsuit News

The lawsuits below have recently been covered on Top Class Actions, Top Drug Lawsuits, or Top Mass Torts.

 

Sinus Buster Products Class Action Settlement 
– Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co. has reach a class action settlement over claims that it falsely advertised how effective its homeopathic Sinus Buster products are at treating sinus congestion. Class Members can claim between $5 and $10 for Sinus Buster products purchased since 2012.

Actos Bladder Cancer Victim Awarded $9 Billion in Damages – A man who developed bladder cancer while using the diabetes drug Actos has been awarded $9 billion in damages in a bellwether trial over allegations that manufacturers hid the risks of getting cancer from Actos. 

DirecTV Must Face Class Action Lawsuit over Early Termination Fees – A California appeals court has refused to allow DirecTV to force customers into arbitration over allegations that the company ripped them off by charging early termination fees that weren’t adequately disclosed.

Lawsuit: Bayer Ignored Reports of Yaz, Yasmin Blood Clot Deaths – A new lawsuit accuses Bayer of marketing its Yaz, Yasmin, and Ocella birth control pills as safer than older generation pills, despite early reports of at least 50 deaths linked to blood clot complications.

Judge OKs $2M Oreck Halo Vacuum Class Action Settlement with Stipulation  – A bankruptcy judge has tentatively approved a $2 million class action settlement over claims that it’s Halo vacuum cleaners and air purifiers don’t kill germs as advertised.

Pfizer Accused of Causing National Epidemic of Diabetes in Women – A new lawsuit claims that defective design, inadequate warnings, and inadequate instructions have led to thousands of Lipitor users contracting type-2 diabetes.

Recall Spurs Dodge Ram Steering Defect Class Action Lawsuit – A 2013 recall of certain Dodge Ram pickup trucks over steering problems ignites a class action lawsuit over claims that the automaker didn’t have enough parts available to repair the overwhelming number of affected vehicles, putting drivers at risk for injury.

GranuFlo Lawsuits Moving Toward Bellwether Trials – A status conference is held to discuss the first trials in the GranuFlo MDL, where hundreds of lawsuits accuse Fresenius Medical Care of failing to warn dialysis patients about the heightened risk of suffering a heart attack from its dialysis chemicals.

BofA Agrees to $228M Force-Placed Insurance Class Action Settlement – Bank of America has reached a $228 million class action settlement over allegations that its mortgage agreements required borrowers to maintain hazard insurance on their property at an inflated cost.

Januvia Caused Pancreatic Cancer Death, Lawsuit Claims – Merck & Co. is hit with another lawsuit claiming that its diabetes drug Januvia caused a user to develop pancreatic cancer and die. Merck is facing hundreds of similar Januvia cancer lawsuits.

Closing Soon

The class action settlements below are ending soon. Make sure to submit your claim NOW so you don’t miss out.

 

 

American Cleaners Environmental Surcharge Class Action – Closes 4/16/14
 
LifeHouse Assisted Living Class Action – Closes 4/18/14
 
Intellicorp Background Check Class Action – Closes 4/21/14
 
Live Nation Ticket Fee Class Action – Closes 4/30/14
 
MoGreet Text Spam Class Action (more than 20 different retailers included) – Closes 5/4/14
 
Payless ShoeSource Wage & Hour Class Action – Closes 5/5/14

Synovus Bank Overdraft Fee Class Action – Closes 4/30/14

Trader Joe’s ‘All Natural’ Class Action  – Closes 6/16/14

Telebrands Pocket Hose Class Action – Closes 6/20/14
 
Popchips Class Action – Closes 7/7/14

Diamond Pet Foods Recall Class Action  – Closes 7/11/14

Sinus Buster Products Class Action Settlement – Closes 7/17/14 
 
Honeywell Round Thermostat Class Action  – Closes 7/18/14

DRAM Price-Fixing Class Action Settlement – Closes 8/1/14
 
Suave Keratin Infusion Smoothing Kit Class Action – Closes 9/25/14

Update from the President and CEO of Top Class Actions

 

Good morning and afternoon everyone!

We’ve updated our systems and things seem to be running smoothly, but, we’re now spreading out the mailing of the newsletter to our 116,000 awesome viewers over a six hour period. This has helped insure that our servers don’t get overloaded and you can get to the lawsuits and settlements without issues or delay. Thanks for your patience over the past few weeks as we worked through the upgrades and headaches!
 
On the Hardy home front the girls have been bouncier than ever! They were SUPER excited on Sunday when my parents had breakfast with us and experienced the chaos of taking the girls to Target! The girls had fun playing on the outdoor furniture; they attempted to convince a Target worker to let them jump in a box of Easter eggs (unsuccessfully) and then pushed toy shopping carts around the toy aisles while taking care of their new baby dolls. Target’s an adventure! It was great to see my parents and my girls were sad to see them leave. The girls also lucked out and received Easter baskets from Grandma and Grandpa so it was a SUPER special day.

On the class action side of things I’m wrapping up new agreements with new law firms and you’ll see some new cases coming in the next few weeks. I’m excited! On to the other class action and lawsuit updates!
Avis Must Face Overtime Class Action Lawsuit from Rental Car Employees

 
Update: LCD Class Action Settlement Money Delayed by Appeals

Apple Sends In-App Purchase Refund Instructions to iTunes Users

Hyland’s Homeopathic Remedy Class Action Lawsuit Can Proceed
 
Honda Engine Misfire Class Action Settlement Gets Final OK

Whole Foods Must Face Deceptive Labeling Class Action Lawsuit

Supreme Court Won’t Hear Monsanto Agent Orange Settlement Appeal

HAPPY PASSOVER and HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!



Warm Regards,
Scott Hardy

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Latest Lawsuit News

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Honda Engine Misfire Class Action Lawsuit Settlement 
Certain Honda Accord, Odyssey, Pilot and Crosstour owners/lessees can receive compensation for repairs and a warranty extension. Details on how to file a claim are available now!

 

J&J to Settle DePuy Metal Hip Lawsuits for $4 Billion Johnson & Johnson subsidiary DePuy Orthopaedics is offering to pay $4 billion to settle thousands of lawsuits alleging the company sold metal-on-metal hip implants that are prone to premature failure. Victims of hip replacement complications can still join multidistrict litigation against the companies to try and obtain compensation for their injuries.

 

Wal-Mart Miley Cyrus Jewelry Class Action Settlement  If you purchased Miley Cyrus-branded jewelry from Wal-Mart after 2005, you can claim a cash refund with proof of purchase or by returning the jewelry in person or by mail. See how to file a claim now!

 

Diet Tea Manufacturers Face False Ad Class Action Lawsuit  Homeopathic remedies have faced scientific criticism for years. Even though dietary supplements do not require FDA approval, manufacturers are not allowed to mislabel or deceptively market their products. Several manufacturers of diet teas, slimming teas and laxative teas are facing a class action lawsuit investigation for allegedly misrepresenting the benefits of their products.

 

Rawlings Power Balance Class Action Settlement  Rawlings Sporting Goods has reached a class action settlement over claims it misled consumers about its Power Balance products, including its Power Balance bracelets, necklaces, batting gloves, catchers’ equipment and other products. You can claim a cash refund if you purchased these products between March 1, 2010 and Oct. 11, 2013. File a claim now!

 

Colo. Woman Files Januvia/Byetta Wrongful Death Lawsuit  A Colorado resident is suing the manufacturers of Januvia and Byetta, alleging that the diabetes medications caused her husband to develop pancreatic cancer and die. The case joins dozens of lawsuits against type-2 diabetes drug manufacturers that allege they hid the risk of developing pancreatic cancer from their drugs.

 

Discover Financial Services TCPA Class Action Settlement  If you received an automated telephone call from DFS or a related party between Nov. 30, 2007 and Sept. 10, 2013, you may be eligible to receive between $20 and $40 cash. File a claim now!

 

‘Drug Claims’ Get Skin Care Manufacturers in Trouble with FDA  Dozens of skin care companies have received warning letters from the FDA alerting them to stop using deceptive marketing language that overstates the benefits of their anti-aging products. These misleading claims could constitute false advertising, allowing consumers to pursue legal remedies through a class action lawsuit settlement.

 

Werner Attic Ladder Class Action Settlement  Werner Co. settled allegations that it made steel attic ladders with defective parts. If you currently own a steel “Easy Access Attic Ladder” in model numbers S2208 and S2210, Marks 1, 2, 3 or 4, you may be eligible to receive a new Werner wood or aluminum attic ladder from the class action settlement.

 

Tylenol Overdose May Cause Acute Liver Failure  The active ingredient in Tylenol, acetaminophen, is one of the leading causes of acute liver failure in the United States. Due to its widespread use and reputation for safety, many patients have taken Tylenol as directed and went on to suffer liver damage because they were unaware of the risks. Hundreds of lawsuits concerning Tylenol overdose and subsequent liver damage have been filed. These cases have been consolidated into multidistrict litigation in Pennsylvania.

 

L’Occitane Store Class Action Lawsuit Settlement  Customers who made a credit card purchase at an L’Occitane retail store in California between 2011 and 2013 can receive a Merchandise Certificate worth up to $12.50. The deadline to file a claim is Dec. 17, 2013, so file your claim now!

 

Ind. Woman Sues Over Yaz Pulmonary Embolism  A woman who took the generic Yaz birth control pill Gianvi is suing Bayer for failing to warn about the risk of developing serious blood clots. She alleges that as a result of taking Yaz and Gianvi, that she suffered a pulmonary embolism that could have taken her life.

 

McCormick & Schmick’s Kobe Beef Class Action Settlement  Restaurant chain McCormick & Schmick’s has settled claims that it misled customers about its Kobe beef menu items. If you purchased a menu item advertised as containing Kobe beef at a California McCormick & Schmick’s restaurant between 2008 and 2012, you can claim a $15 Comp Card with proof of purchase or a $10 Comp Card without a qualifying receipt.

 

Buckle Store Class Action Lawsuit Settlement  Consumers who made a credit card purchase at a California Buckle store between 2011 and 2013 can claim a $30 Credit Certificate. The deadline to file a claim is Dec. 17, 2013, so file your claim now!

Closing Soon

The class action settlements below are ending soon. Make sure to submit your claim NOW so you don’t miss out.

 

 

Hertz PlatePass Class Action – Closes 11/21/13

 

Alexia Potato Products Class Action – Closes 11/27/13

 

Kellogg’s Frosted Mini-Wheats Class Action – Closes 11/28/13

 

Volkswagen/Audi HID Headlight Class Action – Closes 12/3/13

 

FedEx Overcharging Fees Class Action – Closes 12/9/13

 

Naked Juice Class Action – Closes 12/17/13

 

L’Occitane Store Class Action – Closes 12/17/13

 

Buckle Store Class Action – Closes 12/17/13

 

Starbucks Scooped Coffee Class Action – Closes 12/23/13

 

Vanguard/Viega Piping Class Action – Closes 12/24/13

 

Ford Navistar Diesel Engine Class Action – Closes 12/31/13

 

Barbara’s Bakery Class Action – Closes 1/1/14

 

LG Blu-ray Home Theater Class Action – Closes 1/2/14

 

Toys ‘R’ Us Class Action – Closes 1/6/14

 

Rawlings Power Balance Class Action – Closes 1/8/14

 

Philips Sonicare AirFloss Class Action – Closes 1/20/14

 

Werner Attic Ladder Class Action – Closes 1/21/14

 

McCormick & Schmick’s Kobe Beef Class Action – Closes 2/1/14

 

Valor Fireplace Class Action – Closes 2/10/14

 

CertainTeed Siding Class Action – Closes 2/19/14 (ESTIMATED)

 

Nasal Ease Class Action – Closes 2/25/14

 

Discover Financial Services Class Action – Closes 2/25/14

 

American Express Gift Card Class Action – Closes 3/6/14

 

Wal-Mart Miley Cyrus Jewelry Class Action – Closes 3/12/14

 

Organix Skin & Hair Care Class Action – Closes 3/17/14

Update from the Senior Editor / VP of Operations

 

Good morning, everyone! I’m filling in for Scott Hardy again to allow him and his beautiful wife time to celebrate her birthday. Cheers to her big day :)

In our quest to find every consumer class action settlement we can get our hands on, we’ve uncovered quite a few big ones, which we’ve reported above. We also have some news for those of you following the eMachines floppy disk class action settlement, OfficeMax ZIP code class action settlement, and Kashi false advertising class action lawsuit.

eMachines has extended the cash option deadline for consumers who filed a claim for the floppy disk settlement. Class Members now have until Dec. 1, 2013, to request a cash redemption.

On Thursday, a federal judge preliminarily approved a revised class action settlement over claims that OfficeMax illegally collected ZIP codes during debit and credit card transactions. The original settlement was rejected in July. A separate class action lawsuit involving claims that Kashi falsely advertised its food products as “all natural” now includes dozens of products. We’ll update you when and if claim filing instructions become available for both cases.

Here are more class action updates:

 

We hope you found some great class actions to follow or file claims for. Have a great week!

Best Wishes,

Sarah Pierce

Senior Editor/VP Operations

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