Final Settlement Approval Granted in Naked Juice False Ad Suit

A California federal judge hearing Papas v. Naked Juice Co., No. 11cv8276 (C.D. Cal.) granted final approval to the settlement of a nationwide class action against defendant related to labeling products "All Natural," "100% Juice," "100% Fruit," "Not From Concentrate," and "Non-GMO." Under the nationwide settlement, defendant will pay $9 million to compensate class members up to $75 per member; $2.5 million will be paid in attorney fees; and defendant will cover approximately $600,000 in fees and costs, with any remaining funds to be distributed to the Mayo Clinic (50%), the National Association of IOLTA Programs (25%), and seven legal aid organizations (combined 25%). Order.