Not required for up to 6 units (proof required for more than 6 units)
You may be part of a new $19.1 Million open class action settlement reached with Premier Nutrition Corporation over allegations that the company deceptively advertised the joint health benefits of some of their Joint Juice glucosamine supplements.
This article focuses on the New York settlement for people who bought Joint Juice in New York. There is also a separate “Multi-State” settlement site for certain purchases in other states, so make sure you are on the correct settlement page for where you bought the product.
Premier Nutrition denies wrongdoing, and the settlement still requires final Court approval.
What is the Joint Juice Class Action Settlement About?
According to the official notice, the lawsuit claims that Premier Nutrition deceptively advertised the joint health benefits of Joint Juice.
The New York case is Montera v. Premier Nutrition Corporation, pending in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California.
The Court has not decided who is right as part of the settlement process. The parties agreed to a settlement to avoid the risk and expense of ongoing appeals and further litigation.
What is the Total Settlement Amount?
The settlement requires Premier Nutrition to pay $19,160,186.47 into a Settlement Fund. The fund will be used for court-approved settlement administration and distribution costs, attorneys’ fees and expenses, a service award to the class representative, and cash payments to eligible class members.
You may qualify if you purchased any Joint Juice product in New York for personal or household use from December 5, 2013 through December 28, 2021, inclusive.
The notice also lists exclusions, including (for example) purchases for resale and people who validly opt out of the settlement.
If you are unsure whether you qualify, review the official notice and claim form details on the settlement website.
How Much Can I Get Paid?
The notice estimates cash payments will be approximately $50 per eligible Joint Juice unit.
Your actual payment may be adjusted up or down depending on how many valid claims are submitted and other factors described in the settlement agreement.
No receipts are required for up to six (6) units if you submit a claim and state how many units you purchased.
If you claim more than six (6) units, the notice says you generally must provide proof of purchase for each additional unit.
Some people may be identified as “Direct Payment Class Members” and receive an automatic payment based on retailer records. If you received an email or postcard saying you are a Direct Payment Class Member, you may not need to file a claim unless you want to claim additional purchases not reflected in those records.
How Do I File a Claim
Unless you are a Direct Payment Class Member, you must submit a claim to receive a cash payment.
You can file a claim online through the official settlement claim portal, or you can mail a completed claim form to the Settlement Administrator.
What is the Claim Form Deadline?
The deadline to submit an online claim, or to postmark a mailed claim, is May 15, 2026.
What are the Important Dates?
• Opt Out Deadline: April 6, 2026
• Objection Deadline: April 6, 2026
• Final Approval Hearing: April 30, 2026 at 1:30 PM (Pacific Time)
• Claim Form Deadline: May 15, 2026
When is the class action settlement payment date?
A specific payment date is not listed in the notice.
In general, settlement payments are sent after:
• The Court grants final approval at or after the Final Approval Hearing,
• Any appeals are resolved, and
• Claims are reviewed and processed by the Settlement Administrator.
The notice warns that if there are appeals, the process can take significant time and could be more than a year.
Is Proof Required to File a Claim?
Proof is not required for up to six (6) units if you file a claim and state the number of units you purchased.
If you claim more than six (6) units, the notice says you generally must provide proof of purchase for each additional unit you claim.
If you are a Direct Payment Class Member, you may receive a payment automatically based on retailer records, but you can still submit a claim for additional purchases not covered by those records.
How Do I Find Class Action Settlements?
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What Are My Options?
• Submit a Claim: Receive a cash payment if eligible and your claim is approved.
• Exclude Yourself: Opt out to keep your right to sue on your own. You will not receive a payment from this settlement.
• Object: If you stay in the settlement class, you may object and tell the Court why you disagree.
• Do Nothing: If you are not a Direct Payment Class Member, doing nothing means you will not get paid, but you will still be bound by the settlement.
How to Exclude Yourself
To opt out, you must submit a request for exclusion by April 6, 2026, following the instructions in the official notice.
How to Object
If you do not opt out, you may object by submitting a written objection by April 6, 2026, following the instructions in the official notice.
The case is Montera v. Premier Nutrition Corporation, Case No. 3:16-cv-06980 RS, in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
Official Settlement Notice
Sources
• Official New York Settlement Website:
Joint Juice Settlement Website
• Montera v. Premier Nutrition Corporation, Case No. 3:16-cv-06980 RS (N.D. Cal.)
Filing Class Action Settlement Claims
Please submit only truthful and accurate claims. Submitting false information can result in denial of benefits and potential penalties. If you are unsure whether you qualify, review the official notice or contact the Settlement Administrator. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer news site and is not the settlement administrator or a law firm.