Consumer Fraud
Gruns and Unilever Class Action Over 'Sugar-Free' Gummies Claim
Case Overview
A class action lawsuit was filed against Gruns Nutrition Inc. and Unilever United States Inc. by a group of consumers. The plaintiffs contend that the companies deceptively advertised their dietary supplement gummies, which are sweetened with allulose, by labeling them as sugar-free. The lawsuit was initiated by plaintiff Marian Ulberg and three others in the New Jersey federal court.
The core allegation is that the
Who May Qualify
A nationwide class of consumers who purchased the products, as well as subclasses in New York, California, and Pennsylvania.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the basis of the lawsuit?
The plaintiffs allege that the companies falsely advertised their allulose-sweetened gummies as sugar-free. They argue that allulose is a sugar under federal regulation, making the
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