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Consumer Law
Consumer Protection
Violation of Proposition 65

Laurence Vinocur v. Fashion Accessory Bazaar LLC, and Does 1 through 150, inclusive

Published: Apr. 23, 2016 | Result Date: Mar. 7, 2016 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |

Case number: CIV1502070 Settlement –  $47,500

Court

Marin Superior


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Laralei S. Paras
(Seven Hills LLP)


Defendant

Gerard Olson

Malcolm C. Weiss
(Hunton, Andrews & Kurth LLP)


Facts

Lawrence Vinocur filed a complaint against Fashion Accessory Bazaar LLC under Prop. 65.

Contentions

PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
Defendant allegedly manufactured, sold, or otherwise made available badge holders containing DEHP, a chemical known in the state to cause birth defect or other reproductive harm, without the requisite Prop. 65 warnings.

DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS:
Defendant maintained compliance with all laws.

Result

The parties reached a consent judgment providing both injunctive and monetary relief. Fashion Accessory agreed to make available only reformulated products and provide the requisite warnings. It also agreed to pay $14,500 in civil penalties, and $33,000 for fees and costs.

Other Information

FILING DATE: June 5, 2015.


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