XTEND Class Action Settlement, Claim $25 with No Receipts!

If you purchased Xtend, then you may be entitled to money back. Those qualified claimants without proof can request up to $25 back, and with proof, you can request up to $50 back per household. A lawsuit called Metague v. Woodbolt Distribution, LLC, Civil Action No. 8:20-cv-02186-PX, is pending in the United States District Court for the District of Maryland (the “Lawsuit”). The subject of the lawsuit relates to the labeling and advertising of “XTEND®” (“XTEND” or) as “0 calories.”

How do I file a claim?

Head on over to the website, where you can learn more and file a claim. You can file online with or without a unique ID, and you can also file by mail.

What’s this settlement about?

The lawsuit alleges that, in its marketing, labeling and advertising, Woodbolt made a series of material representations about the caloric content of XTEND. These include that the XTEND Products (1) were labeled as “0 calories” per serving when they are not “0 calories,” and (2) Woodbolt continued to sell its Products with misleading labels despite knowing the inaccuracy of such statements. Plaintiff alleged that these representations were propagated through various media, including Woodbolt’s website, advertisements, packages, and labels. Plaintiff alleges that this advertising was false and misleading. Woodbolt denies all of Plaintiff’s allegations and maintains that its marketing, advertising, and labeling has been accurate at all times and complies with the regulations governing the labeling of dietary supplements under the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. The Court has not determined whether Plaintiff or Woodbolt is correct.

What Products are Included? Where were they sold?

Nutrabolt XTEND® Branch-Chain Amino Acid Powders

Who is eligible for a refund?

Purchasers of Nutrabolt XTEND® Branch-Chain Amino Acid Powders in the United States from Woodbolt’s website and Third Party Sellers such as Amazon between the time period of July 28, 2014 until January 24, 2023.

Is a receipt required?

Proof of purchase is not required. However, if you have receipts, you may be able to claim more.

How much will I get back?

To settle the case, Woodbolt agrees to pay $3,000,000.00 into a Settlement Fund. Each member of the class who submits a Valid Claim Form will receive $0.50 for each purchase of an XTEND Product. Your total recovery will be limited to $50.00 per household with Proof of Purchase. Without XTEND Proof of Purchase, the maximum recovery is $25.00 per household. If there are not enough settlement funds to pay all Valid Claims and expenses, the amounts will be proportionately reduced on a pro rata basis.
Cash Payments will be paid by check sent via first-class mail to the mailing address you provide on the Claim Form, by direct deposit into your bank account, or another form of electronic transfer. Instructions are provided on the Claim Form.

When will I get paid?

Claims will be paid only if deemed valid. The earliest that Claims can be paid is July 30, 2023.

What’s the deadline to file a claim?

April 24, 2023

What is a class action lawsuit settlement?

For example, a class action lawsuit is one with multiple plaintiffs. In other words, there are more than one person being represented by the lawsuit. In other words, a plaintiff or plaintiffs file the case on behalf of many people who were affected by aren’t involved in the actual suit. For example, if you purchased an item that was later determined to be involved in a class action lawsuit, you may be entitled to compensation. If you’re included in the class or group of people affected, then you can file a claim to receive money, coupons or replacement products. But, each case is different, and each will specify who is included. In addition, class action lawsuits may require proof that you are part of the group of affected people. In this case, proof of purchase or other specified proof is needed. However, in some cases, no proof is required. In that case, you can file a claim without proving that you are part of the class of people affected. Of course, when you file a claim you are doing so under penalty of perjury. So, do not file if you do not qualify.