The Trader Joe’s has received a lawsuit for violating false advertisement law by claiming to sell gluten-free bagel. Read further.
Overview of Trader Joe’s Class Action
The class action against Trader Joe’s implies that it sells a gluten-free bagel that is not entirely gluten-free.
Lawsuit against Trader Joe’s Company
In the lawsuit, Trader Joe’s sells Almost Everything Bagels in packaging that prominently displays the words gluten-free on a large, red background. However, a lawsuit claims that these bagels may not be truly gluten-free.
Trader Joe’s Violation Class Action
MomsAcrossAmerica.com published test results from the Health Research Institute, a testing company that is claimed to be reputable. According to the lawsuit, the tests showed that the Trader Joe’s bagels contain 269.8 parts per million (ppm) of gluten, as scientifically validated.
The class action lawsuit also requests a court order requiring Trader Joe’s to cease advertising the bread as gluten-free and to conduct a corrective advertising campaign.
Complainants Name
- Michael T. Houchin,
- Craig W. Straub
- Kurt D. Kessler of Crosner Legal P.C.
Case Name
Shaianne Starks v. Trader Joe’s Company, Case No. 2:24-cv-05543, in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California.
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