What This Page Covers:
- Slack Fill: Empty space in packaging can mislead consumers, making them think they get more product than they do. Slack fill lawsuits address this issue.
- Regulations: California and federal laws prohibit under-filling, with exceptions for product protection, settlement, sealing machines, size requirements, design, handling, fill lines, and actual size depiction.
- Why Choose Callahan & Blaine: With extensive trial experience, insurance knowledge, and record-breaking results, we can make a significant difference in your individual or class action lawsuit.
- Legal Process: Our experienced Orange County slack fill lawsuit lawyers can help determine if you have a case and guide you through individual or class action lawsuits against manufacturers violating slack fill regulations.
- Contact us at (714) 241-4444 or through our contact form to discuss your legal options and protect your interests.
As a consumer in Orange County, it is essential to understand California’s slack fill laws. Slack fill is the empty space within sealed packaging. For example, when you purchase a beverage in a clear bottle, you may notice a small amount of empty space. However, when you cannot see through the packaging, you may feel frustrated if it only ends up being half-full of product. Depending on the details of your situation, our experienced Orange County slack fill lawsuit lawyers at Callahan & Blaine may help you bring a slack fill lawsuit against a manufacturer. If multiple parties have experienced the same issue, we may help you file a class action slack fill lawsuit.
With over 700 years of combined trial experience and 40 years as a law firm, our robust team of 29 lawyers understands what it takes to fight for your rights in a slack fill lawsuit. We are committed to excellence and have achieved unprecedented results for our clients, including the largest jury verdict in Orange County history, worth $934 million. Therefore, you can trust us to protect your best interests and seek the justice you deserve.
What Are California’s Slack Fill Laws?
In addition to misleading customers, slack fill is also an environmental and competition concern. For instance, if a larger container of product is selling for the same price as a smaller container, customers may purchase the larger container thinking it has more product, but in reality, it just has more slack fill. Not only does this cause unfair competition between businesses, but it also results in unnecessary waste.
Therefore, California and the federal government have developed slack fill regulations, prohibiting the under-filling of product packaging. However, there are exceptions to this rule, which include the following:
- Product Protection: The empty space is necessary to protect the product inside. This is the case for chips.
- Product Settlement: A product may settle in transit, causing the slack fill.
- Sealing/Closing Machines: Slack fill may be excused if the machine used to seal or close a product caused the space.
- Size Requirement: Packaging may need to be larger than the product inside for labeling purposes or other size requirements.
- Design: The design of the packaging where not misleading causes slack fill.
- Not Handled by Customer: Slack fill may be allowed if the customer did not handle or view packaging.
- Fill Line: Packaging with a visible fill line may be exempted from slack fill laws.
- Actual Size: The packaging depicts the actual size of the product inside with a photo or drawing.
We understand these laws can be complicated, so we can help you understand if you have a slack fill case, your rights, and your legal options to hold the liable party accountable for this violation of the slack fill regulations.
Why Should You File an Orange County Slack Fill Lawsuit With the Help of Callahan & Blaine?
If you have been misled by a manufacturer who has violated state and federal slack fill laws, you may file a lawsuit with the help of our seasoned Orange County slack fill lawsuit lawyers at Callahan & Blaine. However, in some cases, the harm caused does not justify the legal expenses. In these situations, we may help you and others with similar complaints about a product file a class action lawsuit. One or more consumers can act as class representatives, and if the lawsuit succeeds, they may receive additional compensation for pursuing litigation.
We understand both individual and class action lawsuits can be overwhelming, especially when they involve major manufacturers and businesses. Our skilled slack fill lawsuit lawyers understand the tactics they may use to undermine your case, so we do everything possible to build a strong claim. With the following, we can make a significant difference in your chance of securing a successful outcome:
Trial Experience
Every lawyer on our team has at least eight years of experience, making us seasoned trial attorneys fully prepared to take your slack fill lawsuit to court and present it to a judge and jury.
Comprehensive Support
We handle every aspect of your case, taking your legal burdens off your shoulders and giving you the best chance of securing a fair and just result. From investigation to evidence collection to negotiations, we fiercely advocate for your rights and ensure fairness for all claimants in class action lawsuits.
Record Breakers
With our unparalleled services and decades of experience, we have a proven track record of success that speaks for itself. This includes the largest insurance bad faith judgment in Orange County history, worth $58 million. This experience handling complex, high-value cases demonstrates our ability to take on your slack fill lawsuit, no matter how intricate.
Insurance Knowledge
Edward Susolik, our managing partner, has handled over 1,500 mediations in the last 33 years, making him one of the nation’s leading insurance experts. This knowledge helps us create personalized strategies tailored to your unique needs and circumstances, whether you pursue an individual or class action slack fill lawsuit.
Contact Callahan & Blaine Today About Your Orange County Slack Fill Lawsuit
With our extensive experience and proven track record, Callahan & Blaine may be the right choice to represent you in your slack fill lawsuit. Our firm boasts a robust team of 29 seasoned trial lawyers with over 700 years of combined experience, ensuring we have the expertise to tackle complex legal challenges. Our history of securing unprecedented results demonstrates our commitment to excellence.
At Callahan & Blaine, we understand the intricacies of California’s slack fill laws and the tactics used by manufacturers to mislead consumers. Whether you are pursuing an individual lawsuit or a class action, we provide comprehensive support, handling every aspect of your case from investigation to negotiation. Our proven success in high-value cases, combined with our deep knowledge of insurance law, positions us to effectively advocate for your rights. Contact us at (714) 241-4444 or through our contact form to discuss your legal options and protect your interests.
