Have you ever been involved in those class action lawsuits? I frequently get a settlement notice either via email or from the post office. I’m connected to so many websites that I get one of these things every few weeks. Most of the time, I don’t even know if I even have a claim. Sometimes,…
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With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, you might have missed this news story last week. A Florida woman is suing Hershey’s over misleading packaging. A few months ago, she purchased a Reese’s Halloween treat. But when she opened the package, the candy looked nothing like what was on the wrapper. She’s suing the…
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Many know about the McDonald’s spilled coffee lawsuit from the early 1990s. It’s a fascinating story and cost the fast-food giant much more than was requested. The only thing that came out of the lawsuit was warnings added to coffee cups worldwide. After nearly 30 years of this warning, you’d expect everyone to know that…
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In today’s world, if people or companies can’t get what they want, they’re quick to hire a lawyer. Sometimes a lawsuit makes sense. But, then, often, it seems like it’s just a test of endurance. Two fast food giants are going to court over the phrase; Taco Tuesday. Taco John has used the term for…
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For many sports fans, you can’t enjoy the game without some tasty snack food. For some, something as simple as potato chips will do. But most people want something more substantial. Over the years, chicken wings have gained in popularity. But for folks like me, the problem with chicken wings is hassling with the bones….
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Hot Sauce lovers are usually very serious about their favorites. There are literally thousands of brands from which you can choose. And even if you’re not a fan, you’ve likely heard of some of the biggest brands. Tabasco, Frank’s Red Hot, and Texas Pete are some of the best-known. But some people are clueless about…
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Water and paper don’t have much in common. At least, I don’t think they do. Add Dairy Queen into the mix, and it’s much tougher to connect them all. The one way that they’re currently connected is through a lawsuit over the name Blizzard…
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I’ve professed my love for Pop-Tarts in the past. I’ve loved them since I was a kid. But there are some flavors I want to like more than I do. I love strawberries but have always been disappointed by Strawberry Pop-Tarts. And a recent Pop-Tart lawsuit may explain why…
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Once or twice a year I get a letter or email telling me that I’m a part of some class-action lawsuit. And many times they promise a big settlement. Of course, the money rarely seems to be what they promise…
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Have you received any notices about your inclusion in a class action lawsuit? Over the last few months I’ve received 3 or 4. I even got a $75 check the other from a class action settlement and I don’t know why…
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