Judge Rules Kraft Heinz Can Be Sued Over Mac & Cheese Claims

A lawsuit accusing Kraft Heinz of misleading consumers about the health benefits of its iconic Macaroni & Cheese product will proceed, a federal judge has ruled. The decision arrives amid allegations that the company falsely advertised the dish as containing “no artificial flavors, preservatives or dyes,” despite the presence of chemical ingredients. The litigation, which began several years ago, points to specific ingredients like yellow 5 and yellow 6, chemicals used for coloring, which are at the heart of the controversy. Plaintiffs argue that these additives contradict the product’s purported natural composition. U.S. District Judge … Read more

Egg-cellent Victory: US Jury Agrees to $17.7 Million Settlement for Kraft and Other Producers in Egg Price-Fixing Case

WICHITA, Kan. – The United States jury has awarded a total of $17.7 million to Kraft and other egg producers after finding that they were victims of price-fixing. The case, which involved several major egg producers, concluded on Monday with the jury ruling in favor of the plaintiffs. The lawsuit alleged that the defendant, Michael Foods, along with other egg producers, engaged in a conspiracy to artificially inflate egg prices. Kraft and other companies accused the defendants of coordinating their efforts to limit the supply of eggs and drive up prices. The plaintiffs argued that … Read more