Joint Juice Class Action Lawsuit $90M Glucosamine Supplements Settlement, How Much You Could Get

If you purchased Joint Juice glucosamine supplements in New York, California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, or Pennsylvania, you may be entitled to $10 to $50 per unit from a combined $90 million class action settlement. The claim deadline for both settlements is May 15, 2026. File now at JointJuiceSettlement.com — no receipts required for up to 6 units.

Key Dates — Both Settlements

What This Lawsuit Is About

The Joint Juice class action lawsuits alleged that the maker of Joint Juice, Premier Nutrition Corporation, deliberately misrepresented the health benefits of its glucosamine products. The complaints claimed that glucosamine, the main ingredient in Joint Juice, has no positive effect on joint health and mobility as advertised.

A jury decided in favor of the plaintiff in the New York case, but appeals on the judgment and other issues filed by both parties were not fully resolved. Both sides agreed to settle to avoid further litigation and appeals. Premier Nutrition denies any wrongdoing, and the court has not decided who is right in the multi-state case.

There Are Two Separate Settlements — Which One Applies to You?

This is the most important thing to understand before filing. It is important to use the correct official settlement website based on where the purchase was made. New York purchases must be submitted through the New York settlement portal, while purchases made in the other covered states must be submitted through the multi-state portal. Claims submitted to the wrong settlement may not be processed correctly.

Use the New York settlement if you bought Joint Juice only in New York. Use the Multi-State settlement if you bought Joint Juice in California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, or Pennsylvania. Use both if you made purchases in New York AND in one of the eight multi-state states during their respective class periods — you can file separate claims for each.

Settlement Amount Breakdown: The Complete Math

New York Settlement — $19,160,186.47

The New York settlement resolves a class action lawsuit brought against Premier Nutrition over the company’s alleged deceptive advertising practices, with the settlement fund distributed to Direct Payment Class Members and Claim-In Class Members who submit timely and valid claims.

Multi-State Settlement — $70,839,813.53

Premier Nutrition will pay a total of $70,839,813.53 into the multi-state Settlement Fund. At the final approval hearing, the court will also consider a request for attorneys’ fees of up to 33% of the Settlement Fund, reimbursement of expenses of approximately $825,000, and service awards of $10,000 for each of the ten Class Representatives.

Who Qualifies

New York Settlement

You are included in the New York Settlement if you purchased Joint Juice in New York at any time from December 5, 2013 through December 28, 2021. All Joint Juice products are covered.

Multi-State Settlement

Class members must have purchased any Joint Juice product in one of the following states during these time frames:

Purchases must have been for personal or household use, not for resale or commercial purposes. You do not need to have experienced any health problem to qualify — simply purchasing the product is sufficient.

Who Is NOT Eligible

You do not qualify for either settlement if you purchased Joint Juice in a state other than the nine covered states (NY, CA, CT, FL, IL, MD, MA, MI, PA). Purchases outside the covered date ranges for your state also do not qualify.

The New York settlement applies only to New York purchases. The Multi-State settlement explicitly says it does not apply if you purchased only in New York. Do not submit a New York purchase to the multi-state portal or vice versa — claims submitted to the wrong settlement may not be processed correctly.

Premier Nutrition employees, directors, officers, and their immediate families are excluded from both settlements. Anyone who opts out by April 6, 2026 will not receive a payment but retains the right to sue Premier Nutrition separately.

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Payment Calculation: How Much Could You Get?

Step 1: Two Types of Class Members

The settlement provides a Cash Payment to all Direct Payment Class Members and Claim-In Class Members who file a timely and valid Claim. If you received an email or postcard identifying you as a Direct Payment Class Member, you will automatically be paid based on retailer records of the number of Joint Juice Units you purchased. You can also file a Claim Form for additional purchases not covered by those records.

Step 2: The Payment Structure

New York settlement: Estimated at approximately ~$50 per eligible unit. A settlement press notice says claims may be up to $300 without proof of purchase, and with proof, class members may be eligible for approximately $50 per unit.

Multi-State settlement: It is estimated that the payment to Class Members will be approximately $10 or $25 per eligible Joint Juice Unit based on the Joint Juice product purchased.

Across both settlements, consumers are generally allowed to claim up to six units without providing proof of purchase. Claims for more than six units typically require documentation such as receipts, order confirmations, or retailer account history.

Step 3: Real Payment Examples

New York Settlement examples (est. ~$50/unit):

Multi-State Settlement examples:

Step 4: What Remains Unknown

The multi-state paper claim form notes that amounts may go up or down depending on the number of claims and other settlement details. Payments will only be distributed after final court approval, the resolution of any appeals, and full claim review by the settlement administrator. As with most class action settlements, this means payouts can take months or longer after the deadlines pass.

How to File Your Claim

Online (Fastest):

1. Go to JointJuiceSettlement.com — select “/ny” for New York purchases or “/multi-state” for the other eight states
2. Click “File a Claim”
3. If you received a notice with a Claim ID, enter it to log in. If not, select “New Claimant” and provide your name and address
4. Select the Joint Juice products you purchased, the state of purchase, and the number of units
5. For 7 or more units, upload documentation (receipts, order confirmations, retailer purchase history)
6. Submit before May 15, 2026

By Mail:

Download the paper claim form from JointJuiceSettlement.com, complete it, and mail to the address listed on the form. Your envelope must be postmarked by May 15, 2026.

Questions: Call 1-888-921-0720 — available Monday through Friday.

Required documentation: None for 6 units or fewer. Receipts, order confirmations, or retailer account screenshots required for 7 or more units.

What You Must Know

On taxes: Class action settlement payments related to consumer purchases may be taxable income. This article does not provide tax advice — consult a tax professional if you have questions.

On Direct Payment Members: If you received an email or postcard identifying you as a Direct Payment Class Member, you will automatically be paid — but you should still file a claim for any additional purchases not reflected in retailer records.

On opting out: If you opt out by April 6, 2026, you give up your right to receive any payment but keep the right to sue Premier Nutrition separately over these claims. Once the deadline passes, you cannot opt out.

Common mistake to avoid: Filing to the wrong settlement portal. New York purchases go to /ny; all other state purchases go to /multi-state. Submitting to the wrong portal can result in your claim not being processed.

On payment timing: The official long-form notices explain that the appeal process can take time, possibly more than a year, and you will not receive a cash payment until any appeals are resolved. Final approval hearings are April 30 and May 5, 2026 — payments will follow after any appeals clear.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How much money will I get from the Joint Juice settlement?

It depends on which settlement applies to you and how many units you claim. The New York settlement estimates approximately $50 per unit, up to $300 without proof of purchase. The Multi-State settlement estimates approximately $10 or $25 per unit depending on the product category. Final amounts may adjust up or down based on total valid claims filed.

Q: Do I need a receipt to file a Joint Juice settlement claim?

No proof is required for up to 6 units in both settlements. Claims for more than 6 units typically require documentation such as receipts, order confirmations, or retailer account history.

Q: I live in Texas — can I file a Joint Juice claim?

No. Only purchases made in California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Pennsylvania, or New York during the specified class periods are covered. All other states are excluded from both settlements.

Q: I bought Joint Juice in both New York and California — can I file two claims?

Yes. If you bought Joint Juice in New York AND in one of the eight multi-state states during their respective class periods, you can file separate claims through each settlement portal for the purchases made in each state.

Q: When will I receive my Joint Juice settlement payment?

Payments will only be distributed after final court approval, the resolution of any appeals, and full claim review. The appeal process can take time, possibly more than a year. Final approval hearings are April 30 (NY) and May 5, 2026 (Multi-State).

Q: What is glucosamine, and why does the lawsuit say it doesn’t work?

Glucosamine is the main ingredient in Joint Juice. The class action claims it has no positive effect on joint health and mobility as advertised. Premier Nutrition denies this, but agreed to settle to avoid further litigation.

Q: I received a postcard in the mail — do I still need to file?

If you received an email or postcard identifying you as a Direct Payment Class Member, you will automatically receive a payment based on retailer records. However, you should also file a claim if you made additional purchases not reflected in those records.

Q: What is the difference between “Direct Payment Class Member” and “Claim-In Class Member”?

Direct Payment Class Members were identified through retailer purchase records and will receive automatic payments without filing. Claim-In Class Members are people who bought Joint Juice but were not identified through retailer records — they must file a claim form to receive any payment. Both types of class members can file a claim form for purchases not covered by retailer records.

Q: What company made Joint Juice?

Joint Juice was made by Premier Nutrition Company, LLC, formerly known as Premier Nutrition Corporation. The company denies any wrongdoing and agreed to settle to avoid the cost and risk of continued litigation.

Q: What if I want to sue Premier Nutrition separately instead of joining the settlement?

If you do not want to be part of the settlement, you must request exclusion by April 6, 2026. This is the only way to keep the right to sue Premier Nutrition separately. If you exclude yourself, you cannot receive any cash payment from this settlement.

Last Updated: February 17, 2026

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Settlement terms, eligibility, and payment amounts are subject to court approval and may change. For official information, always refer to the settlement administrator or the official settlement website.

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