Burnt by the sunBenjamin Careathers sued Red Bull for false advertising, claiming that while he knows that Red Bull won’t literally give you “wiiiiings,” it was dishonest advertising because Red Bull should give a higher energy boost than coffee.4 It turns out that Red Bull actually has less caffeine than an average cup of coffee. Careathers won, and Red Bull shelled out $13 million to customers. Note: This was the same attorney that represented Ramirez in the Shells & Cheese case. But if the plaintiff does win, the settlement is probably taxable and don’t forget about attorney fees, which take up a minimum of 25% to 30% of the legal award/settlement. Remember that individual taxpayers can no longer deduct attorney fees and costs following OBBBA making permanent the repeal of the 2% miscellaneous itemized deduction.

Source: The Guardian February 28, 2026 01:01 UTC