Judge dismisses Reese’s Halloween packaging lawsuit
U.S. District Judge Melissa Damian dismissed a 2024 class-action suit on Sept. 19, 2025, that accused Hershey of deceptive advertising for depicting spooky designs on Reese's Halloween wrappers when the unwrapped chocolates lack carved faces. The ruling found plaintiffs failed to show a concrete economic injury, though their attorney said they intend to amend the complaint.
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Hershey wins suit claiming its Reese's Halloween candies aren't spooky
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- On Sept. 19, 2025, U.S. District Judge Melissa Damian (S.D. Fla.) dismissed the 2024 class-action alleging deceptive packaging by Hershey.
- The lawsuit targeted seasonal products including Reese's Peanut Butter Pumpkins and Reese's White Ghost, alleging wrappers depicted carved faces not present on the unwrapped candy.
- Judge Damian ruled plaintiffs failed to allege concrete economic harm; plaintiffs' attorney Anthony Russo said they will amend the complaint.