{"id":2669,"date":"2025-02-18T05:06:07","date_gmt":"2025-02-18T05:06:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/?p=2669"},"modified":"2025-02-18T05:06:08","modified_gmt":"2025-02-18T05:06:08","slug":"6m-zicam-class-action-settlement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/6m-zicam-class-action-settlement\/","title":{"rendered":"$6M Zicam Class Action Settlement: How to Claim Your Refund Before the 2025 Deadline"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consumers who purchased Zicam cold remedy products before October 17, 2024, may be eligible for a cash payment as part of a $6 million class action settlement. The lawsuit alleged that Zicam falsely advertised its products as being able to shorten the duration and lessen the severity of colds, misleading customers into purchasing them under false pretenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#understanding-the-zicam-lawsuit-and-settlement\">Understanding the Zicam Lawsuit and Settlement<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-file-a-claim-for-the-zicam-settlement\">How to File a Claim for the Zicam Settlement<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#important-settlement-dates\">Important Settlement Dates<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#legal-representation-and-contact-information\">Legal Representation and Contact Information<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-stay-updated\">How to Stay Updated<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Details of the Zicam Class Action Settlement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Who\u2019s Eligible:<\/strong> Individuals who bought Zicam-branded products before October 17, 2024.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Potential Award:<\/strong> Up to $30 with proof of purchase, or up to $5 without proof.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Claim Form Deadline:<\/strong> February 21, 2025.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Final Approval Hearing:<\/strong> February 28, 2025.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Settlement Website:<\/strong> ColdVirusSettlement.com<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/cash-app-settlement-2025\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1966\">Cash App Settlement 2025: Eligibility, Payout Per Person, and Everything You Need to Know<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/7-25m-berry-dunn-data-breach-settlement\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2642\">$7.25M Berry Dunn Data Breach Settlement: How to Claim Your Compensation Before the Deadline<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/bcbs-settlement-payout-2025\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2078\">BCBS Settlement Payout 2025: When and How You\u2019ll Get Your Payment<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/975k-one-world-observatory-ticket-fee-settlement\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2595\">$975K One World Observatory Ticket Fee Settlement: Who Qualifies and How to Claim Your Share<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/amazon-pay-3-95m-settlement-misleading-tip\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2535\">Amazon to Pay $3.95M in Settlement Over Misleading Tip Practices: What Customers and Drivers Need to Know<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"understanding-the-zicam-lawsuit-and-settlement\"><strong>Understanding the Zicam Lawsuit and Settlement<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zicam, a well-known cold remedy brand owned by Church &amp; Dwight Co. Inc., sells various products, including nasal sprays, throat sprays, and lozenges. Plaintiffs in the lawsuit claimed that Zicam\u2019s marketing falsely promised customers faster cold relief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While Church &amp; Dwight did not admit to any wrongdoing, they agreed to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/6m-zicam-class-action-settlement\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/6m-zicam-class-action-settlement\/\">$6 million settlement<\/a> to resolve the allegations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Much Can You Receive?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The amount each claimant receives depends on the number of products purchased and whether proof of purchase is provided:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>With proof of purchase:<\/strong> Up to $30 (maximum of $5 per product for up to six products).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Without proof of purchase:<\/strong> Up to $5 (maximum of $2.50 per product for up to two products).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Final payout amounts may vary<\/strong> depending on the number of claims submitted.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Changes to Zicam\u2019s Labeling<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As part of the settlement, Church &amp; Dwight will update the packaging of Zicam products to include disclaimers such as <strong>\u201cindividual results may vary\u201d<\/strong> to ensure consumers have more accurate expectations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-file-a-claim-for-the-zicam-settlement\"><strong>How to File a Claim for the Zicam Settlement<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To receive compensation, eligible class members must complete and submit a claim form by <strong>February 21, 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Proof of Purchase Requirements:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have receipts, order confirmations, or other documentation showing the purchase price, date, and location, you can claim a higher payout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Exclusion and Objection Deadline<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Class members who wish to opt out of the settlement or object to its terms must do so by <strong>December 18, 2024<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"important-settlement-dates\"><strong>Important Settlement Dates<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Claim Submission Deadline:<\/strong> February 21, 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exclusion\/Objection Deadline:<\/strong> December 18, 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Final Approval Hearing:<\/strong> February 28, 2025<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"legal-representation-and-contact-information\"><strong>Legal Representation and Contact Information<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Class Counsel (Plaintiffs&#8217; Attorneys)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nick Suciu III<\/strong> \u2013 Milberg Coleman Bryson Phillips Grossman PLLC<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>L. Timothy Fisher<\/strong> \u2013 Bursor &amp; Fisher PA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Defense Counsel (Zicam\u2019s Attorneys)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Baldassare Vinti<\/strong> \u2013 Proskauer Rose LLP<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Claims Administrator Contact:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Zicam Products Settlement<\/strong><br>c\/o Settlement Administrator<br>1650 Arch Street, Suite 2210<br>Philadelphia, PA 19103<br>Email: info@ColdVirusSettlement.com<br>Phone: 833-322-3987<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-stay-updated\"><strong>How to Stay Updated<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the latest updates and official information, visit the settlement website at ColdVirusSettlement.com.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"final-thoughts\"><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve purchased Zicam products, don\u2019t miss your chance to claim your share of the $6 million settlement. Submit your claim before the February 21, 2025, deadline to ensure you receive your refund!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Consumers who purchased Zicam cold remedy products before October 17, 2024, may be eligible for a cash payment as part of a $6 million class action settlement. 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