Are You Eligible For An Ultra-Processed Foods Lawsuit

If you’ve been diagnosed with a serious health condition and spent years relying on packaged or fast food, you might be wondering if there’s a deeper connection. More importantly, you may be asking whether you have legal options.

That question is at the center of a growing number of lawsuits tied to ultra-processed foods.

These cases aren’t about blaming individuals for what they ate. They’re about holding food companies accountable for how their products were marketed and the long-term harm they may have caused.

So how do you know if you qualify? This guide explains who may be eligible, what strengthens a claim, and how to take the next step if you’re ready.

Why lawsuits are being filed in the first place

For years, food companies have manufactured ultra-processed products filled with artificial ingredients, chemical additives, and lab-designed flavors. These items were often presented as safe, affordable, and even healthy. But a growing body of research has revealed serious health risks associated with long-term consumption of these foods.

That’s where the legal claims begin.

These lawsuits argue that some corporations knew, or should have known, about the harm these foods could cause. Despite that, they continued to sell and advertise them without proper warnings. Many products were targeted specifically to children, low-income families, and communities of color, often using health claims that painted a very different picture from reality.

In that way, the legal argument echoes past cases involving tobacco, opioids, and other harmful consumer products. When companies fail to warn the public or intentionally mislead them, the law can and should step in.

Who may qualify for a claim

Not everyone who eats processed food is eligible. These cases focus on individuals who were harmed in very real, medical ways. If you have a serious health condition linked to years of ultra-processed food consumption, you may have a case.

People may qualify if they have been diagnosed with:

• Obesity
• Type 2 diabetes
• Certain types of cancer, including colorectal or pancreatic
• Cardiovascular disease, including heart attack or high blood pressure
• Stroke
• Cognitive decline or early-onset dementia

In addition to a diagnosis, the following factors can influence eligibility:

• Regular, long-term consumption of ultra-processed foods, often daily over multiple years
• Exposure to well-known brands or products currently under scrutiny
• Belief that the product was safe or healthy due to advertising, labeling, or claims
• Belonging to a community that was heavily targeted through marketing or placement

This isn’t about one bad meal. It’s about repeated exposure over time to products that were designed to be consumed frequently, yet carried hidden risks.

What makes a case stronger

Each situation is different, but some common elements help strengthen a potential claim. You don’t need to have every detail figured out, but the more complete your story, the easier it is for our team to evaluate your case.

Stronger cases may include:

• A confirmed medical diagnosis that aligns with known risks of ultra-processed foods
• A personal history of frequent consumption of processed items, especially from major brands
• Medical records showing the condition, treatment, and any long-term impacts
• Personal recollection or documentation of how the food was marketed or labeled

Even if you don’t have receipts or product packaging, we can often establish exposure based on well-known marketing campaigns, widespread availability, and your food habits over time.

What happens next if you’re eligible

Remember Trey Helps! We know taking legal action can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve made it simple, transparent, and completely free to get started.

Here’s what to expect:

1. Share your story. We’ll ask a few questions about your health, your food history, and your concerns.
2. We’ll review your case. Our team evaluates your information to see if you may qualify for legal action.
3. You’ll get clear next steps. If we move forward together, there’s no cost unless we win your case.

There’s no pressure and no obligation. Just a chance to understand your rights and whether your experience fits what the law is designed to protect.

Don’t wait to find out—your health and rights matter

You made choices based on what you were told. If those choices led to long-term harm, you deserve to know the truth and explore your legal options.

No one should suffer in silence because of corporate negligence or misleading marketing. If you believe ultra-processed foods contributed to your diagnosis or condition, now is the time to take the first step.

Remember Trey Helps! Let’s start the conversation today.