Hickory Farms Misleading Subject Line Class Action
Case Overview
Matthew Wildman filed a class action lawsuit against Hickory Farms LLC, alleging that the company sent commercial emails to consumers in Washington state with subject lines that were false or misleading. The lawsuit further notes that other retailers, such as H&M, have also been accused of sending similar spam emails to Washington shoppers.
The plaintiff contends that Hickory Farms
Who May Qualify
Washington consumers who received a commercial email from, on behalf of, or with the assistance of Hickory Farms that contained messaging in the email subject line that misrepresented the facts of a sale, deal, or promotion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What laws are allegedly violated by Hickory Farms?
The lawsuit alleges that Hickory Farms violated the state’s Consumer Protection Act and the Commercial Electronic Mail Act (CEMA).
What specific misleading practices are alleged?
The allegations include sending emails with subject lines that contained false statements of fact regarding the duration or availability of a promotion, such as sending an email about a limited-time offer on multiple dates.
Who is representing the plaintiff in this case?
The plaintiff is represented by Samuel J. Strauss and Raina C. Borrelli of Strauss Borrelli PLLC, along with other law firms listed in the content.
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