US EditionJudge Dismisses Lawsuit over Reese's Halloween Packaging
Judge ruled consumers showed no economic harm from Hershey's Reese's Halloween packaging, dismissing claims of deceptive advertising despite plaintiffs' intent to amend complaint.
- A U.S. District Judge Melissa Damian dismissed a 2024 class action lawsuit against Hershey over Reese's Halloween packaging in southern Florida on September 19.
- The suit alleged Hershey deceptively advertised chocolates with carved faces shown on wrappers but delivered featureless candies, although plaintiffs failed to prove economic harm.
- Judge Damian ruled plaintiffs did not claim the products were defective, poorly flavored, or worthless, noting their complaints stemmed from subjective product appearance expectations.
- Hershey argued the plaintiffs ignored disclaimers stating the wrapper designs were decorative suggestions and that consumers still received the expected "delicious Reese's candy."
- Plaintiffs’ attorney Anthony Russo said they will amend the complaint and continue pursuit of at least $5 million in damages, aiming to ensure truthful product representation.
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