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Judge Dismisses $5M Class Action Against Hershey's Halloween Candies

9/27/2025

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U.S. District Judge Melissa Damian dismissed the class action against Hershey over Halloween candy packaging, finding no economic harm.
Plaintiffs allege absence of decorative designs on Reese’s candies violated Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act.
The suit sought over $5 million.
Hershey argued disclaimers exist and appearance disappointment is not a legal injury. Plaintiffs plan to amend.

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Story summary

U.S. District Judge Melissa Damian dismissed the class action against Hershey over Halloween candy packaging, finding no economic harm.
Plaintiffs allege absence of decorative designs on Reese’s candies violated Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act.
The suit sought over $5 million.
Hershey argued disclaimers exist and appearance disappointment is not a legal injury. Plaintiffs plan to amend.