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Several retailers and food manufacturers are facing lawsuits over environmental claims made on packaging, including statements about recyclability, compostability or carbon-neutral certification. Plaintiffs argue that such claims are sometimes exaggerated or unsupported, amounting to deceptive marketing. Retailers find themselves pulled into legal disputes when they stock produc...

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A large national supermarket brand has been accused of confusing or misleading promotional practices. Critics argue that some discounts require multiple purchases, while others involve fluctuating base prices that make true savings unclear. Consumer groups claim that such tactics create the illusion of savings rather than genuine discounts. Regulators are...

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A new federal directive tells grocery stores not to offer certain types of discounts or promotions to customers using government food assistance benefits. The measure aims to prevent retailers from indirectly boosting SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) spending through targeted deals. This ruling places supermarkets in a difficult position. Loyalty...

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The United States continues to see expanding litigation involving infant formula, with parents alleging harm linked to specific products. While manufacturers remain at the centre of the lawsuits, retailers are indirect participants due to their role in national distribution. Recent legal actions stress product safety, labelling clarity and responsibility for...

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A lawsuit brought by investors accuses a major discount grocery chain of failing to disclose the extent of its technological rollout problems. The chain introduced a new IT platform intended to modernise operations, but investors claim the initiative created disruptions and lowered performance. The retailer argues that the complaint lacks...

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