Free Range Eggs $287.5K False Advertising Class Action Settlement

Free Range Eggs $287.5K False Advertising Class Action Settlement

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Claim Form Deadline: September 22, 2025

Payout: $2.00 per Egg Carton

Proof required: No


What's the Alderfer Egg 'Free Roaming' Class Action About?

A new $287,500 class action lawsuit has been settled over certain eggs sold in the United States. The class action lawsuit alleged that Alderfer Family Farm and Alderfer Poultry Farm falsely advertised certain eggs as being produced by free roaming chickens and hens, allegedly violating New York consumer protection laws. Alderfer denies wrongdoing but agreed to settle.

What is the Total Settlement Amount?

The total free range eggs calss action settlement fund is $287,500.00.

How Do I Qualify For a Payout?

Anyone in the United States who purchased Alderfer non-organic eggs for personal or household use between December 1, 2020, and the date of the class action court's Final Settlement Approval Order is eligible, except those who already received a full refund or opted out of the settlement.

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How Much Can I Get Paid?

Class Members can claim $2.00 per carton of eggs, which may increase to $3.00 per carton depending on the total claims submitted. The settlement fund will be distributed on a pro rata basis, meaning the more claims submitted, the less each claimant will receive. If the total claims exceed $287,500, the payout will be reduced proportionally.

If you have proof of purchase (like receipts or invoices):
• You can claim more than 2 cartons.

If you don't have proof of purchase:
• You can still claim, but only up to 2 cartons.
• You must sign a declaration saying it's true.

How Do I File a Claim?

Submit a claim form online or by mail by September 22, 2025. Claim forms and instructions are available at the settlement website.

What are the Important Dates?


Opt-Out Deadline: July 3, 2025
Objection Deadline: July 3, 2025
Final Approval Hearing: October 22, 2025
Claim Form Deadline: September 22, 2025

Is Proof Required to File a Claim?

Proof of purchase is required to claim more than 2 cartons. Without proof, you can claim up to 2 cartons by signing a declaration under penalty of perjury.

Claim Form Website: Settlement Site


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Filing Class Action Settlement Claims

Please note that your claim form will be rejected if you submit a settlement claim for payout with any fraudulent information. By providing this information and your sworn statement of its veracity, you agree to do so under the penalty of perjury. You would also be harming others that actually qualify for the class action settlement. If you are not sure whether or not you qualify for this class action settlement, visit the class action administrator's website. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer advocacy and class action news site, and is not a class action administrator or a law firm. OpenClassActions is a participant in the Amazon affiliate advertising program and this post may contain affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission or fees if you make a purchase via those links.
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