A $90 million class action settlement has been reached against Premier Nutrition Corporation over allegations that it falsely advertised the joint health benefits of its Joint Juice glucosamine drinks. Consumers in nine states who purchased Joint Juice products may be eligible for payments of $10 to $50 per unit depending on the state of purchase.
Settlement Amount: $90 Million | Claim Deadline: May 15, 2026 | Without Proof: Up to 6 units | With Proof: Up to $50/unit
What Is This Settlement About?
The lawsuit accused Premier Nutrition Corporation of falsely claiming that Joint Juice glucosamine drinks could improve joint health. Two separate cases were filed — one covering New York purchasers and another covering consumers in eight additional states — and both have resulted in a combined $90 million settlement.
Who Is Eligible?
You may qualify if you purchased Joint Juice products for personal use in one of the following states during the relevant time periods:
- New York: Purchased between December 5, 2013 and December 28, 2021
- Multi-State (CA, CT, FL, IL, MD, MA, MI, PA): Purchased during state-specific periods generally from 2009 to 2022
Purchases must have been for personal or household use. Resellers and commercial buyers are excluded.
How Much Can You Receive?
- New York class members: Approximately $50 per unit purchased
- Multi-State class members: $10 per unit for standard products or $25 per unit for larger/concentrated products
- No proof of purchase required for up to 6 units
- Additional units require purchase documentation (receipts, loyalty cards, etc.)
Final payout amounts may be adjusted based on the total number of valid claims filed.
How to File a Claim
Claims can be submitted online through the official settlement portals:
- New York claims: jointjuicesettlement.com (New York)
- Multi-State claims: jointjuicesettlement.com (Multi-State)
Important Dates
- Claim Deadline: May 15, 2026
- Opt-Out/Objection Deadline: April 6, 2026
- Final Approval Hearing (NY): April 30, 2026
- Final Approval Hearing (Multi-State): May 5, 2026
Case Details
| Case (NY) | Montera v. Premier Nutrition Corp., Case 3:16-cv-06980 RS (N.D. Cal.) |
| Case (Multi-State) | Bland v. Premier Nutrition Corp., Case RG19002714 (Alameda County Superior Court) |
| Settlement Amount | $90 Million (combined) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need proof of purchase?
No. You can claim up to 6 units without proof. Additional units require documentation such as receipts or loyalty card records.
Which states qualify for the Multi-State settlement?
California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.
View the full Joint Juice settlement details on OpenClassActions.com.
By Steve Levine | Published: February 26, 2026
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