About the Beyond Meat Settlement
After being sued for false advertisement, meat substitute brand Beyond Meat has agreed to a $7.5 million settlement. Lawsuits alleged that the California company displayed exaggerated information on product labels regarding the ingredient quality and protein content of its vegan meat.
Customers who paid a premium for what they believed to be a high-quality, nutritious product felt misled by Beyond Meat’s alleged overstated claims, leading to the lawsuit. Beyond Meat denies any wrongdoing but has agreed to settle the class action lawsuit.
If you believe you qualify for this settlement, it’s important to understand the eligibility requirements and how to submit a claim.
Who is Eligible for the Beyond Meat Settlement?
To qualify for part of the Beyond Meat settlement and submit a claim, you must meet a few requirements, such as:
- You must have purchased a qualifying Beyond Meat product for household consumption in the United States between May 31, 2018, and August 14, 2024.
Please note that product(s) purchased for resale or distribution do not meet the requirements.
Covered Beyond Meat products include:
- Beyond Meat Sausage Plant-Based Dinner Links
- Beyond Meat Beef Plant-Based Patties
- Beyond Meat Beef Plant-Based Ground Beef
- Beyond Meat Breakfast Sausage Links
- Beyond Meat Breakfast Sausage Patties
- Beyond Meat Chicken Plant-Based Breaded Tenders
- Beyond Meat Meatballs Italian Style Plant-Based Meatballs
While you don’t need to submit any documentation to make a claim, it can be helpful to do so. Without proof, you can submit a maximum of 5 claims per household. If you have proof of purchase (like a receipt or other documentation), there is no limit to the number of claims you can register.
The terms of the settlement and qualification standards are set forth in the class settlement notice and related paperwork. Please consult those documents to understand whether you qualify and what steps you must take to submit a claim. This page is not intended to provide legal advice.
What is the Focus of the Lawsuit?
The lawsuit accuses Beyond Meat of using deceptive marketing and misleading labeling procedures to trick customers into paying more for a product of lower quality than advertised. Consumers claim they would not have purchased the company’s plant-based meat substitutes if the products had been marketed accurately.
Who is the Settlement for?
The Beyond Meat settlement is for anyone who purchased an eligible Beyond Meat product for household use between May 31, 2018, and August 14, 2024, in the United States. The product(s) must not have been purchased for resale or distribution.
How Do I Submit a Claim?
You can submit a claim for your share of the Beyond Meat settlement by completing a claim form here. To submit a claim, you will first need a Class Member ID, which will be emailed to you after you fill out this form.
How Much Will I Receive?
For each applicable Beyond Meat product you purchased within the class timeframe, you are eligible for a one-time, $2 cash payment.
If you don’t have proof of purchase, you can claim up to 5 product purchases per household for a total amount of $10. This limitation does not apply to claimants with proof of purchase; as long as you provide valid supporting documentation, you can claim an unlimited number of products.
Deadline to File a Claim
You must submit a claim form by the deadline of April 14, 2025, to receive your share of the Beyond Meat settlement. Since you won’t be eligible to submit a claim after this date, it’s important to complete the form within the settlement time limits.
Beyond Meat Settlement Fast Facts
Deadline to File a Claim: April 14, 2025
Payout Amount: $2+
Proof Needed: Not required, but can increase the number of purchases you can claim
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