Articles Posted in Consumer Class Action Lawsuits

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Data breaches have increasingly become one of the most alarming threats to both individuals and organizations, posing significant risks to privacy, security, and financial well-being. Sensitive personal and health information, including Social Security numbers, medical records, financial data, and login credentials, is often stored electronically, making it a prime target for hackers and cybercriminals. These cyberattacks lead to identity theft, fraudulent transactions,  unauthorized access to confidential systems,  and a whole host of other problems that come with devastating consequences for victims.
High-profile cases, such as healthcare data breaches and ransomware attacks on large corporations, are getting more common. Our defenses are not keeping up with the vulnerability of electronic records and the growing sophistication of cybercriminals. Too often, companies do not make the investment needed to protect our privacy.
Whether targeting small businesses, major institutions, or individuals, these breaches underscore the critical importance of robust cybersecurity measures and immediate legal recourse for those affected. Protecting personal and medical information from cyberattacks has never been more crucial, as data breaches continue to grow in scale and impact.
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Samsung, a household name in electronics, ventured into kitchen appliances with the same innovative approach that made its smartphones a global success. Some of the refrigerator just seem reallly impressive.  And as awful as your ice maker may be, Samsung has done some amazing things in the technology space. So many people, including probably you, were pretty excited.

Samsung refrigerators quickly became a top choice for consumers, especially the French door models equipped with sleek, built-in ice makers. These refrigerators promised convenience and advanced feature.  The reality ended up being pretty painful for many.  Widespread complaints about ice maker malfunctions sparked the Samsung ice maker lawsuit, which pointed to some pretty awful flaws in the design and functionality of these appliances.

What Sparked the Samsung Refrigerator Class Action Lawsuit?

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Many consumers are unaware that they may qualify for compensation from class action lawsuits with no proof of purchase requirements. These cases often provide reimbursement for consumers without requiring receipts or documentation, making it easier to claim benefits. Here are some top class action settlements with no proof of purchase requirements:

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A new Best Buy  class action lawsuit has been filed against Best Buy Co., Inc. (“Best Buy”) in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California, alleging deceptive advertising practices. Plaintiffs Leroy Porchia, Allegra Porchia, Marilyn Kaye, and Aaron Lamoree, acting individually and on behalf of a proposed class, accuse Best Buy of engaging in a widespread false discount advertising scheme involving televisions and major appliances.

Allegations Against Best Buy

False Discount Scheme

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In a lawsuit filed in the Western District of Kentucky, two plaintiffs have initiated a class action against Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc., doing business as GE Appliances.

The complaint alleges that GE Appliances sold refrigerators with a significant compressor defect. This defect, according to the plaintiffs, causes the refrigerators to fail at cooling, leading to spoiled food and beverages and rendering the appliances unusable for their intended purpose. This issue reportedly manifests shortly after purchase and well before the expected lifespan of the appliances.

If you are a possible plaintiff, you may have a compensation claim.  You should keep detailed records of your purchase, including receipts, warranty information, and any communications with the company (emails, calls, service requests). Also, document the issues you’ve experienced with the product, including any attempts to have it repaired, costs incurred, and the impact of the defect.

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For decades, millions of Americans used Johnson & Johnson talcum products, such as Baby Powder, daily. That has all changed drastically as recent scientific research has revealed that long-term use of talcum powder products can cause cancer. The discovery of the link between talcum powder and cancer has led to thousands of talcum powder lawsuits and the disappearance of various products from retail shelves.

The recall of certain talcum powder products (such as J&J’s Baby Powder) has left many consumers searching for alternatives to meet their daily hygiene needs. Fortunately, there are many talcum powder alternatives that do not cause cancer. You can find some of these alternatives in local supermarkets, drug stores, or online. However, others may be more difficult to find. The following are seven non-toxic alternatives to talcum powder.

Talcum Powder Class Action Lawsuit Update

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Class action lawsuits are powerful legal tools that enable large groups of individuals to join forces in holding corporations or other large entities accountable for similar grievances. These cases often result in substantial settlements or judgments, with defendants agreeing to pay compensation to affected class members.

But here is the thing people do not realize…not all settlement funds are distributed to claimants. A significant portion of these funds can go unclaimed, creating a unique issue in class action litigation. The handling of unclaimed class action settlement money varies. But it usuaally  follows a few well-established paths.

Unclaimed money from class action settlements in 2025 remains an often-overlooked resource, with billions of dollars left on the table due to unclaimed funds. For many claimants, the process of accessing their share can be confusing or cumbersome, leading to missed opportunities. And people are just lazy.

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Eliquis, also known by its generic name apixaban, is an anticoagulant medication prescribed to reduce the risk of stroke and blood clots in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation, as well as to treat and prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE).

This post talks about Eliquis side effects. Every drug has them.  But Eliquis has proven to be generally safe and effective.

Our law firm is not involved in any Eliquis lawsuits, and our attorneys do not believe there are viable product liability causes of action with respect to Eliquis’s side effects. But we talk about the legal issues that have risen with Eliquis and the type of Eliquis-related lawsuits our firm does review.

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Prime Energy Drink is a new product marketed by YouTube influencers that has become extremely popular with young consumers. Prime has done a textbook job of marking to children.  Kids who do not even like the taste of Prime drink it because the like what it represents.

Recently, however, two separate consumer class action lawsuits have been filed against the makers of Prime Energy.

One lawsuit alleges that Prime Energy is falsely marketed to children despite known health risks associated with its high caffeine content.

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The Lenovo class action lawsuit alleges that Lenovo sold Flex 5 and Yoga 730 laptops with a defect in the display that significantly impairs the laptops’ functionality.

Despite sending his Flex 5 laptop to Lenovo for repairs twice during the warranty period, the plaintiff, along with many other purchasers, found that the display issues persisted after the repairs. Lenovo was accused of suggesting ineffective repair methods or failing to address the core issue causing the defect.

The lawsuit claims Lenovo knew about this defect but continued to market and sell these laptops, highlighting their high-resolution displays and versatile screen positions as major selling points.