Juul

Juul Agrees to Settle Class-Action Suit, Significant Compensation on the Way for Some Users

by

SAN FRANCISCO — In a significant legal settlement, Juul Labs Inc. has resolved a class-action lawsuit filed on behalf of its customers who claimed they were misled by the company’s marketing practices. The lawsuit, which alleged that Juul targeted young individuals with its nicotine delivery products, concluded with the payment of a substantial compensation to multiple plaintiffs. The settlement marks a milestone in the ongoing debates surrounding vaping and public health. Under the terms of the agreement, Juul will disburse millions of dollars among thousands of individuals who purchased its products. While the exact figures … Read more

Judge Criticizes Lack of Diversity in Juul Settlements as $150 Million in Attorney Fees Move Forward

by

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A federal judge in California has granted approval for up to $150 million in attorney fees to move forward in settlements involving Juul Labs. The settlements include a $255 million class action settlement on behalf of consumers. U.S. District Judge William Orrick approved $76.5 million in fees in the class action and accepted the recommendation of a fee committee allocating common benefit funds. However, Orrick expressed concern over the lack of diversity among the lawyers involved in the Juul cases, noting that none of the 62 plaintiffs’ firms had a Black … Read more