Category: Lawsuits

Following multiple lawsuits linking the beverage to severe health problems and even death, Panera Bread officially discontinued its highly caffeinated Charged Lemonade in May 2024. This decision, while not an official government ban, effectively removed the drink from the market in response to public safety concerns and legal pressure.

Several high-profile lawsuits and regulatory challenges have plagued supplement brand Goli Nutrition in recent years. These legal troubles involved allegations of false advertising regarding health claims, a major dispute with a contract manufacturer, and trademark infringement claims from a competitor.

In 2022, Built Brands initiated a voluntary recall of a flavor of its 'Puffs' product due to potential E. coli contamination, marking one of several controversies for the company. This incident, alongside others, has contributed to ongoing questions about product safety, nutritional claims, and business practices, all of which form the core of the Built protein bar controversy.