Consumers who purchased Joint Juice glucosamine supplements in certain states may be eligible to receive $10 to $25 per product as part of a $70.84 million class action settlement.
Premier Nutrition Co. agreed to resolve a lawsuit alleging it falsely advertised the joint health benefits of its Joint Juice products. The company denies wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid the cost and risk of continued litigation.
Who is eligible to file a claim?
Consumers must have purchased any Joint Juice product in one of the following states during the listed time periods:
- California: March 1, 2009 – December 31, 2022
- Connecticut: November 18, 2013 – December 31, 2022
- Florida: November 18, 2012 – December 31, 2022
- Illinois: November 21, 2013 – December 31, 2022
- Maryland: December 12, 2013 – December 31, 2022
- Massachusetts: January 1, 2013 – December 31, 2022
- Michigan: December 12, 2010 – December 31, 2022
- Pennsylvania: November 18, 2010 – December 31, 2022
Class member groups
There are two types of eligible class members:
- Direct payment class members: Consumers identified through retailer records who received a postcard or email notice. These members will automatically receive a payment based on the number of Joint Juice units recorded.
- Claim-in class members: Consumers who did not receive a notice but made qualifying purchases. These individuals must submit a claim to receive compensation.
Who is excluded?
- Consumers who purchased Joint Juice only in New York (covered by a separate settlement)
- Anyone who opts out of the settlement by the deadline
How much can class members receive?
Payments depend on the type and quantity of Joint Juice products purchased.
- $10 per unit for certain products, including:
- Six-pack ready-to-drink bottles
- Drops (liquid concentrate)
- Six-pack extra strength products
- Seven-pack On The Go! powder stick products
- $25 per unit for larger or concentrated products, including:
- 30-pack ready-to-drink bottles
- Easy Shot 1-liter bottles
- Extra strength Easy Shot 1-liter bottles
- 24-pack extra strength ready-to-drink bottles
- 30-pack On The Go! powder stick products
Class members may claim up to six units without providing proof of purchase. Claims for more than six units require documentation for each additional unit.
Actual payment amounts may be adjusted depending on the total number of claims and other settlement factors.
How to file a claim
Most class members must submit a claim form. Direct payment class members only need to file a claim if they are seeking compensation for purchases not listed in their notice.
Claims may be submitted online or by completing and mailing a paper claim form.
Mailing address:
Joint Juice Multi-State Settlement
c/o JND Legal Administration
P.O. Box 91440
Seattle, WA 98111
Proof requirements
- No proof required for up to six units
- Proof required for each unit beyond six (receipts, order confirmations, or retailer account history)
- Direct payment class members do not need proof for units already recorded but must provide proof for additional units
Payment options
- Electronic check sent by email
- Paper check mailed to the claimant’s address
Settlement fund breakdown
The $70,839,813.53 settlement fund includes:
- Settlement administration and distribution costs (amount to be determined)
- Attorneys’ fees: up to $23,377,138.46
- Attorneys’ expenses: approximately $825,000
- Service awards: $10,000 each for 10 class representatives ($100,000 total)
- Payments to eligible class members: remaining balance
Any leftover funds after all payments will be donated to the Rheumatology Research Foundation.
Important dates
- Opt-out deadline: April 6, 2026
- Final approval hearing: May 5, 2026
- Claim filing deadline: May 15, 2026
When will payments be issued?
Payments will be distributed after the court grants final approval and resolves any appeals.
Settlement summary
- Settlement amount: $70.84 million
- Award: $10–$25 per unit
- Deadline to file a claim: May 15, 2026
