Tag: Lawsuit settlement

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.

In 2018, Premier Nutrition Corporation reached a $9 million class action settlement over allegations that its shakes contained less protein than advertised. This legal action highlighted consumer protection issues and prompted a reevaluation of product formulations.