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Airborne Settlement

Although it is claiming no wrongdoing, Airborne Health Inc., maker of herbal cold fighting drugs, agreed to a $23.3 million class action settlement after being accused of false advertising. The settlement includes offering refunds to consumers who bought the products.

Airborne was first sued in 2006 after a news report revealed that its clinical testing trials were not conducted by scientists or physicians. The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) joined the lawsuit in 2007 and the Federal Trade Commission, along with state attorney generals commenced an investigation of the company’s advertising.

According to the CSPI, no evidence exists to support Airborne’s claims that its products prevent colds by boosting the immune system. Airborne will begin specific advertising regarding how consumers can receive their refund. The settlement will not be finalized until a hearing on June 16.

Source: http://money.cnn.com/2008/03/04/news/companies/airborne_settlement/?postversion=2008030413; http://www.airbornehealthsettlement.com/