Red Lobster is falsely advertising that its lobsters and shrimps are sustainably sourced, according to a recently filed lawsuit.
The suit, filed June 11 in a California federal court, says Red Lobster’s menu falsely claims that its lobster and shrimp are “Seafood with Standards.” “Traceable.” “Sustainable. Responsible.”
“Contrary to Red Lobster’s claims, its Maine lobster menu items (“the Maine Lobster Products”) are sourced from suppliers that use environmentally destructive practices that threaten endangered populations of North American right whales,” the suit alleges.
“Red Lobster’s shrimp menu items (“the Shrimp Products”) are sourced from industrial shrimp farms that do not employ the highest environmental or animal welfare standards.”
“By deceiving consumers about the nature and sourcing of the Products, Red Lobster has sold a greater volume of the Products, been able to charge higher prices for the Products than otherwise, and has taken away market share from competing products, thereby increasing its own sales and profits.”
