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If you purchased RAW FARM, LLC f/k/a Organic Pastures Dairy Company, LLC’s Cream Top whole Raw Milk product in California between May 1, 2020, and July 1, 2020, you may be eligible to submit a claim for a cash payment from a class action settlement.
RAW FARM, LLC, previously known as Organic Pastures Dairy Company, LLC, has agreed to pay $280,000 to settle a class action lawsuit alleging that the company falsely advertised their Cream Top whole Raw Milk product as organic. The lawsuit claims that Raw Farm violated California state laws by using misleading labels and promotional materials.
Who is eligible to file a false advertising claim?
- You were a resident of California at any time between May 1, 2020, and July 1, 2020.
- You purchased RAW FARM (formerly Organic Pastures Dairy) Cream Top whole Raw Milk product during the specified timeframe.
- Your purchase was made for personal use only, not for resale or distribution.
How much is the class action payout?
Pro Rata Cash Payment: The settlement provides a total of $40,000 for payments to the class. Payment amount will be determined by the number of valid claims filed.
How to claim a settlement payment
To receive a class action rebate, eligible class members must submit a claim form by the deadline. You can file a claim online or print a PDF claim form to complete and mail to the settlement administrator.
Settlement Administrator's mailing address: Nilchian v. Organic Pastures Dairy Company, LLC Class Action c/o Claims Administrator, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799.
The claim form deadline is June 7, 2025.
Is proof required to submit a claim?
No, claimants are not required submit supporting documentation, but do have the option to do so.
Payout options
Payments to eligible claimants will be made by check, mailed directly to the address provided on the claim form.
$280,000 false advertising class action settlement fund
The settlement fund of $280,000 will include:
- Settlement administration costs: Up to $50,000
- Attorneys' fees and expenses: $186,395
- Service award to class representative: Up to $5,000
- Payments to class members with valid claims: $40,000
Important dates
- Deadline to File a Claim: June 7, 2025
- Fairness Hearing (Final Approval Hearing): June 13, 2025
When is the raw milk product false advertising payout date?
The final hearing will take place on June 13, 2025. Payments will be issued to approved claimants after the judge grants final approval to the settlement and the claim review process is complete.
Why was this class action lawsuit filed?
The lawsuit was filed because RAW FARM, LLC allegedly violated California consumer protection laws by falsely advertising their Cream Top whole Raw Milk product as organic. The plaintiff claimed that RAW FARM misrepresented the organic status of the product, misleading consumers.
RAW FARM denies these allegations and maintains that it did nothing wrong. The parties involved agreed to settle to avoid further legal costs and continued litigation.
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