Burton V. L'Oreal Usa, Inc Et Al
This is a lawsuit filed by multiple plaintiffs against L'Oreal USA Inc., L'Oreal USA Products Inc, SoftSheen-Carson Inc., and Softsheen-Carson LLC. The plaintiffs allege that the defendants sold hair straighteners and/or relaxers that contained Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs), which are known to increase the risk of harm and injury, including various cancers, altered nervous system and immune function, respiratory problems, metabolic issues, diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular problems, growth, neurological and learning disabilities. The presence of EDCs in the defendants' products was not disclosed on the label, in violation of state and federal law. The plaintiffs seek injunctive relief and restitution for the full purchase price of the hair straighteners and/or relaxers product(s) they purchased. The lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court, Illinois Northern, and a jury trial has been demanded. The lawsuit also seeks certification of sub-classes in Michigan, Louisiana, Mississippi, and New Jersey. The plaintiffs argue that a class action is the best way to resolve this issue, as individual litigation would be burdensome and expensive for the plaintiffs and would not provide meaningful redress.
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