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Alderfer Class Action Lawsuit
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Alderfer Family Farm LLC and Alderfer Poultry Farm Inc. due to allegedly false advertising of their non-organic eggs as coming from "free-roaming" hens.
The Non-Organic Eggs class action case centers on claims of consumer deception, false advertising, and violations of New York's consumer protection laws.
Key lawsuit details:
Detail
Description
Allegations
- Mislabeling eggs as "free-roaming" while hens were kept largely indoors
- Charging premium prices based on misleading labels
Case number
7:23-cv-10710 (Spindel v. Alderfer Family Farm LLC et al.)
Settlement
$287,500 to resolve claims
Settlement documents & site
Official settlement website: AlderferSettlement.com
Eligibility
U.S. consumers who purchased Alderfer non-organic eggs between Dec 1, 2020 and final court approval, excluding those who already received full refunds
Important deadlines:
Claim filing deadline: September 22, 2025
Final approval hearing: October 22, 2025
Alderfer Class Action Settlement - $287,500
A $287,500 Non-Organic Eggs settlement has been reached resolving claims that Alderfer falsely marketed eggs as “free roaming.” The Non-Organic Eggs lawsuit settlement amount provides $2–$3 per carton for eligible buyers of Alderfer non-organic eggs purchased since December 1, 2020. The Non-Organic Eggs settlement eligibility covers all U.S. household purchasers who did not already receive a refund.
As part of the settlement, Alderfer agreed to stop using “Free Roaming” language on packaging and marketing for at least 36 months. Consumers without receipts may claim up to 2 cartons, while those with proof of purchase can claim unlimited cartons. If funds remain after all claims and fees are paid, the balance will be directed to Animal Outlook, a nonprofit focused on consumer education about egg industry practices.
Deadline for filing a claim: May 23, 2026
Non-Organic Eggs Class Action Payout: $2 - $6 per Household
The Non-Organic Eggs settlement amount per person depends on proof of purchase.
Claimants may receive between $4 – $6 total without proof (max 2 cartons) or $2.00–$3.00 per carton with receipts.
How much will I get from Non-Organic Eggs lawsuit?
Claim Type
Payout
Without Proof
$4–$6 total (2 cartons max)
With Proof
$2.00–$3.00 per carton purchased
Final approvel for the Alderfer Non-Organic Eggs false advertising class action is scheduled for Oct 22, 2025. Payments are typically made 30–60 days after approval which means payment distribution is expected between Dec 2025 and Jan 2026.
Delays may occur due to appeals or fraud checks. If unpaid 90 days after distribution, contact Chimo or the settlement distributor directly at Info@AlderferSettlement.com, 1-833-296-0891.
Non-Organic Eggs Class Action Eligibility
To meet Non-Organic Eggs class action eligibility, you must have purchased Alderfer non-organic eggs labeled "free-roaming" between December 1, 2020 and final court approval. The claim form for Non-Organic Eggs class action claimants may ask:
- Did you purchase Alderfer non-organic eggs during the eligible period?
- How many cartons did you buy?
- Do you have proof of purchase (receipts)?
- Were the eggs labeled as "free-roaming"?
These questions align with court findings that mislabeling and timing determine eligibility.
Non-Organic Eggs Class Action Claim Form
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FAQ
The settlement covers all U.S. consumers who purchased Alderfer non-organic eggs for personal use.
Animal Outlook was included in the Non-Organic Eggs settlement as the designated recipient of any leftover (residual) funds because they had already been pursuing a related lawsuit against Alderfer in Washington, D.C. (Animal Outlook v. Alderfer Family Farm LLC et al., No. 2023-CAB-007338). Court documents note that their advocacy and litigation efforts contributed to bringing Alderfer to the settlement table. As a result, the parties agreed that if money remained after paying claimants, attorneys, and administration costs, it would be distributed to Animal Outlook to fund consumer education about egg industry conditions
Alderfer must remove “Free Roaming” from all packaging, websites, and advertising for at least 36 months.
Yes, the claim process will ask you to list the store location and approximate purchase date to verify eligibility.