Mint & Lily Class Action Lawsuit, California Shoppers Say the “Sale” Prices Were Never Real

Mint & Lily is facing a class action lawsuit filed in federal court in California alleging the jewelry company used inflated comparison prices to deceive customers into thinking they were getting a discount — when in reality, those higher prices were never real.

Plaintiff Nina Harris filed the case against Fanrock LLC, the company that operates Mint & Lily, arguing that the products were never actually sold at the higher “reference” prices shown on the website. No settlement has been reached, and no claim form exists yet. If you bought jewelry from Mint & Lily’s website believing you were getting a deal, here is what you need to know about the false advertising class action and where it stands right now.

Quick Facts: Harris v. Fanrock LLC (Mint & Lily)

Field	Detail
Lawsuit Filed	2026
Defendant	Fanrock LLC, d/b/a Mint & Lily
Alleged Violation	California Unfair Competition Law (Bus. & Prof. Code § 17200); False Advertising Law (Bus. & Prof. Code § 17500); Consumers Legal Remedies Act (Civil Code § 1750)
Who Is Affected	California consumers who purchased Mint & Lily jewelry at a “discounted” price from a higher advertised reference price
Current Court Stage	Early litigation — no class certified, no settlement reached
Court & Jurisdiction	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
Lead Law Firm	Milberg PLLC (Alexander E. Wolf & William J. Edelman)
Next Hearing Date	TBD — not yet scheduled publicly
Official Case Website	None — monitor PACER.gov, Case No. 2:26-cv-03188
Last Updated	May 8, 2026

What Is the Mint & Lily Lawsuit About? Harris v. Fanrock LLC, No. 2:26-cv-03188

The lawsuit claims that Mint & Lily used false reference pricing — showing a higher “original” price crossed out next to a lower “sale” price — when the products were never actually sold at those higher prices. Under California law, a former price shown in an advertisement must reflect a price the item actually sold at within the past 90 days. Harris argues that all or nearly all of the reference prices on Mint & Lily’s website were false and misleading, and that the products’ actual market value was lower than both the crossed-out price and even the supposed “sale” price.

The complaint also alleges that Mint & Lily ran purported “limited-time” sales that were not actually limited — a tactic that pushed customers to act fast on a deal that was never going to expire. The legal basis for the consumer fraud lawsuit spans three California statutes: the Unfair Competition Law, the False Advertising Law, and the Consumers Legal Remedies Act. Collectively, these laws prohibit businesses from using deceptive pricing to manipulate purchasing decisions.

Harris says Mint & Lily’s use of false reference pricing artificially drove up demand for its products by making them appear more valuable than they were. If you purchased a Mint & Lily bracelet, necklace, or other piece of jewelry because a strikethrough price made it look like a great deal, this lawsuit is directly about your experience. For a broader look at how these cases work, see our coverage of the Apple Intelligence false advertising class action on AllAboutLawyer.com.

Are You Part of the Mint & Lily Class Action Lawsuit?

Here is how to know if this case includes you. The proposed class covers California consumers who bought Mint & Lily jewelry online — so geography matters here.

You may be part of this class if:

• You purchased one or more items from the Mint & Lily website (mintandlily.com)
• You bought at a price advertised as a discount from a higher reference price
• You are a California resident, or made the purchase as a California consumer
• You relied on the crossed-out “original” price when deciding to buy

You are likely NOT included if:

• You purchased Mint & Lily products through a third-party retailer, not directly from the website
• You are located outside California (the current class is limited to California)
• You returned the purchase and received a full refund

No class has been certified by the court yet. Harris is seeking to represent a California class of consumers who purchased items from Mint & Lily’s website at a discount from a higher advertised reference price, but a judge must still approve that class definition. Class action settlement eligibility is not yet determined — you do not need to do anything to preserve your potential inclusion at this stage.

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What Are Mint & Lily Plaintiffs Seeking in This Lawsuit?

This is not a settled case, and no payout exists yet. The plaintiffs are asking the court for monetary damages to compensate California customers for what the lawsuit describes as the difference between what they paid and what the product was actually worth. Harris claims Mint & Lily is liable for fraudulent misrepresentation, negligent misrepresentation, and unjust enrichment, in addition to the three statutory violations.

Plaintiffs are also seeking injunctive relief — meaning they want a court order requiring Mint & Lily to stop using fake reference pricing going forward. That kind of change to company practices matters to anyone who shops there in the future, not just past customers.

No specific legal settlement payout amount has been demanded or agreed to. If you want to understand the range of outcomes in false advertising class action cases like this one, our article on the Hershey Reese’s false advertising lawsuit on AllAboutLawyer.com walks through a nearly identical early-stage case.

What Should You Do If You Were Affected by Mint & Lily?

Right now, you do not need to file anything. Most class members are automatically included if a class gets certified — you do not opt in.

Here is what you should do today:

• Save any order confirmations or emails from Mint & Lily showing the price you paid and the reference price shown at checkout
• Take or save screenshots of any product pages showing the strikethrough pricing if you still have them
• Do not discard packaging or receipts — these could matter if a settlement is reached and proof of purchase is required
• Monitor the case at PACER.gov using Case No. 2:26-cv-03188 in the Central District of California
• Consult a consumer rights lawyer if you want to explore your options individually — a free legal consultation with a consumer attorney costs you nothing upfront and can clarify whether individual action makes sense for your situation

The law firm handling the case is Milberg PLLC. If you want to reach out to them directly, their attorneys of record are Alexander E. Wolf and William J. Edelman.

Mint & Lily Class Action Lawsuit Timeline

Milestone	Date
Lawsuit Filed	2026 (removed to federal court)
Class Certification Motion	TBD — not yet filed
Last Major Court Ruling	TBD — case in early stage
Next Scheduled Hearing	TBD — check PACER.gov, Case No. 2:26-cv-03188
Expected Settlement Timeline	TBD — false reference pricing cases typically take 12–24 months to resolve

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a class action lawsuit against Mint & Lily? 

Yes. A class action was filed against Fanrock LLC, the company operating Mint & Lily, in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, Case No. 2:26-cv-03188. The lawsuit alleges the company used fake sale prices to deceive shoppers. The case is in early litigation — no settlement has been reached.

Do I need to do anything right now to be included in the Mint & Lily class action? 

No. If the court certifies a class of California Mint & Lily customers, you would be automatically included as a potential class member. Save any records of your purchases in the meantime — order emails, screenshots of pricing, or receipts.

When will a settlement be reached in the Mint & Lily case?

 TBD — no settlement has been proposed or negotiated. False reference pricing class actions have roughly doubled in volume over the past year, and similar cases have taken anywhere from one to three years to resolve. This article will be updated as the case progresses.

Can I file my own lawsuit against Mint & Lily instead of joining the class action?

 Yes. Class membership does not prevent you from pursuing an individual claim. If you want to explore that path, speak with a class action lawsuit attorney before the statute of limitations runs. California’s Consumers Legal Remedies Act gives you three years; the Unfair Competition Law gives you four.

How will I know if the Mint & Lily lawsuit settles?

 If a settlement is approved, the court will require notice to class members — typically by email if the company has your contact information, or by published notice. You can also monitor Case No. 2:26-cv-03188 at PACER.gov or bookmark this page for updates.

Is Mint & Lily’s “sale” pricing illegal under California law?

 California law requires retailers to provide accurate pricing information in advertisements. A former price shown in an ad must reflect the actual prevailing market price within a specific recent window — retailers cannot list a fictitious “original” price just to make a discount look bigger. Whether Mint & Lily crossed that line is what this lawsuit will decide.

Am I part of the Mint & Lily lawsuit if I live outside California? 

Based on the current complaint, the proposed class covers California consumers. Even retailers without a physical California presence can be sued by a California consumer who purchased online, but the current case does not propose a national class. Consumers outside California may have rights under their own state’s consumer protection laws — consult a local attorney.

Sources & References

• Harris v. Fanrock LLC, Case No. 2:26-cv-03188, U.S. District Court for the Central District of California — PACER.gov
• Law360 case docket: Nina Harris et al v. Fanrock, LLC et al

Prepared by the AllAboutLawyer.com Editorial Team and reviewed for factual accuracy against publicly available court records and Law360 case docket information on May 8, 2026. Last Updated: May 8, 2026

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Legal claims and outcomes depend on specific facts and applicable law. For advice regarding a particular situation, consult a qualified attorney.