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CVS Class Action Lawsuit
A class action lawsuit has been filed against CVS Pharmacy, Inc. due to the sale of recalled CVS-branded eye drop products that were linked to unsanitary manufacturing conditions.
The CVS Eye Drops class action case alleges that CVS sold over-the-counter eye drops produced in an India-based facility where FDA investigators found contamination risks, leading to a nationwide recall.
The CVS Eye Drops lawsuit details include claims of consumer protection violations, with legal claims brought by plaintiff Deborah Ruffin and represented by the law firm Poulin | Willey | Anastopoulo, LLC. The case, Ruffin v. CVS Pharmacy, Inc., Case No. 7:23-CV-01660-BO-RN (E.D.N.C.), covers purchases made between October 1, 2021, and October 25, 2023.
If you purchased CVS eye drops during this period, you may be eligible for compensation as part of the CVS Eye Drops legal claims.
The CVS Eye Drops class action case alleges that CVS sold over-the-counter eye drops produced in an India-based facility where FDA investigators found contamination risks, leading to a nationwide recall.
The CVS Eye Drops lawsuit details include claims of consumer protection violations, with legal claims brought by plaintiff Deborah Ruffin and represented by the law firm Poulin | Willey | Anastopoulo, LLC. The case, Ruffin v. CVS Pharmacy, Inc., Case No. 7:23-CV-01660-BO-RN (E.D.N.C.), covers purchases made between October 1, 2021, and October 25, 2023.
If you purchased CVS eye drops during this period, you may be eligible for compensation as part of the CVS Eye Drops legal claims.
Lawsuit Name
Ruffin v. CVS Pharmacy Inc.
Court
United States District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina, Southern Division
Case Number
7:23-CV-01660-BO-RN
Judge
Honorable Judge Terrence W. Boyle
Plaintiffs
Deborah Ruffin
Defendants
CVS Pharmacy, Inc.
Key Allegation
CVS sold contaminated eye drops from an unsanitary Indian facility, posing bacterial infection health risks to consumers.
CVS Class Action Settlement - $1,000,000
CVS Pharmacy, Inc. has agreed to a $1,000,000 settlement to resolve legal claims after certain store-brand eye drops were recalled due to FDA reports of unsanitary manufacturing conditions. The CVS Eye Drops lawsuit settlement amount will be distributed to eligible consumers who purchased affected CVS-branded eye drop products between October 1, 2021, and October 25, 2023.
As part of the agreement, CVS has also committed to stop sourcing products from the manufacturer involved until at least 2034, adding a safeguard for future customers. Settlement Class Members can receive cash awards, with or without proof of purchase, by submitting a valid claim. The claim filing deadline is September 18, 2025, and payments will be issued after court approval.
As part of the agreement, CVS has also committed to stop sourcing products from the manufacturer involved until at least 2034, adding a safeguard for future customers. Settlement Class Members can receive cash awards, with or without proof of purchase, by submitting a valid claim. The claim filing deadline is September 18, 2025, and payments will be issued after court approval.
Deadline for filing a claim: December 28, 2025
Eye Drops Class Action Payout: $4 - $63 per Household
The CVS Eye Drops settlement amount per person depends on proof of purchase and total valid claims. For no-proof claims, claimants may receive between $5 – $15 per product, up to three purchases. Those with receipts may recover the full purchase price.
Factors affecting payout:
Proof of purchase vs. no proof claim
Number of claims filed nationwide
Settlement fund cap of $1,000,000
Timeline:
Claim deadline: September 18, 2025
Court approval hearing: October 28, 2025
CVS Eye Drops settlement payout date: within 60 days of final approval
Delays may occur due to appeals, fraud checks, or high claim volume. If you haven’t received payment, check your claim status with the Settlement Administrator.
Factors affecting payout:
Proof of purchase vs. no proof claim
Number of claims filed nationwide
Settlement fund cap of $1,000,000
Timeline:
Claim deadline: September 18, 2025
Court approval hearing: October 28, 2025
CVS Eye Drops settlement payout date: within 60 days of final approval
Delays may occur due to appeals, fraud checks, or high claim volume. If you haven’t received payment, check your claim status with the Settlement Administrator.
Eye Drops Class Action Eligibility
To determine CVS Eye Drops class action eligibility, the settlement defines claimants as anyone in the U.S. who purchased covered CVS-branded eye drops between October 1, 2021, and October 25, 2023. The claim form will ask:
Which CVS Eye Drops product(s) you purchased
The date(s) and location(s) of purchase
Whether you have proof of purchase (e.g., receipt or CVS ExtraCare records)
Contact details for payment delivery
These questions align with the court-approved settlement class definition in Ruffin v. CVS Pharmacy, Inc. and ensure only verified consumers qualify for cash awards.
Which CVS Eye Drops product(s) you purchased
The date(s) and location(s) of purchase
Whether you have proof of purchase (e.g., receipt or CVS ExtraCare records)
Contact details for payment delivery
These questions align with the court-approved settlement class definition in Ruffin v. CVS Pharmacy, Inc. and ensure only verified consumers qualify for cash awards.
Purchased specified CVS-branded eye drops
Made purchases between October 2, 2021 and October 25, 2023
Eye Drops Class Action Claim Form
The Eye Drops class action claim form is quick and simple with Chimo. Some settlements take longer due to court approval, appeals, or fraud checks, but Chimo streamlines the process so you can get your share fas. Here's how to file a claim against Eye Drops:
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Check eligibility now by answering a few quick questions
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Tell us where you want your check sent
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Submit your form before December 28, 2025
You'll receive confirmation and updates on your claim status.
FAQ
Yes. You don’t need to have the product on hand. Claims are based on your purchase history, not whether you still have the bottle.
If you provide your ExtraCare number or phone number, the administrator will match it against CVS’s loyalty program data for the claim period.
You can claim each type of product separately. Payments are calculated using the Approximate Retail Price for each pack size.
No. Attorneys’ fees, administration costs, and the plaintiff’s service award are all paid out of the $1M settlement fund, which may reduce the amount each claimant receives.
No. As part of the settlement, CVS agreed it will not knowingly purchase products from Kilitch Healthcare India Ltd. under its current ownership until 2034.
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