Florida residents who purchased Costa Del Mar sunglasses between 2013 and 2018 should check their drawers and receipts right away.
A major class action lawsuit against the popular sunglass manufacturer is moving forward, and thousands of Floridians could be eligible for compensation.
And Florida residents who bought Costa sunglasses could receive a big payback.
Florida consumers take on Costa Del Mar in court
A class action lawsuit known as Haney v. Costa Del Mar Inc. is currently pending in Duval County, Florida, and targets the well-known sunglasses brand over what plaintiffs claim were deceptive repair fees.
The lawsuit alleges Costa broke its promise to customers in two significant ways.
First, the company advertised that it would repair sunglasses for a “nominal fee,” which plaintiffs argue was false, unfair, and deceptive.
Second, Costa allegedly breached that “nominal fee” warranty by charging consumers substantially more than what reasonable people would consider “nominal” to repair sunglasses damaged through normal wear and tear.
The case could impact thousands of Florida consumers who either purchased Costa’s non-prescription sunglasses or paid repair fees between 2012 and 2018.
Who qualifies for potential compensation?
According to court documents, you may be part of the class action if you meet either of these criteria:
- You’re a Florida citizen who purchased non-prescription, non-promotional Costa sunglasses for personal use between July 28, 2013, and January 31, 2018; or
- You’re a Florida citizen who was charged a fee by Costa to replace damaged components of non-prescription, non-promotional Costa sunglasses between July 28, 2012, and the present date (for sunglasses purchased before January 31, 2018).
The lawsuit is being overseen by Judge Bruce Anderson of the Circuit Court, Fourth Judicial Circuit, in Duval County, Florida.
Costa Del Mar denies all wrongdoing
For its part, Costa Del Mar firmly rejects the allegations in the lawsuit.
The company denies engaging in any false, deceptive, or misleading conduct.
Costa also denies breaching any warranty as claimed in the lawsuit, denies the legal claims, and denies any wrongdoing or liability.
The court has not yet decided who is right or wrong in the case.
The trial is currently scheduled to begin on August 11, 2025.
What Florida consumers need to know now
If you believe you qualify as a class member, you have several options:
- Do nothing: If you stay in the class, you don’t need to take any action right now. If money or benefits are obtained for the class, you’ll be notified about how to claim your share. However, you’ll be bound by all court decisions and won’t be able to sue Costa separately for these issues;
- Request exclusion: If you want to maintain your right to sue Costa independently, you must mail a written request for exclusion, postmarked by July 14, 2025. Details on how to exclude yourself are available at www.CostaSunglassLitigation.com; or
- Appear in the lawsuit: You may choose to appear in the lawsuit by July 14, 2025.
There is no money available now, and there’s no guarantee that the plaintiffs will win or that class members will receive any compensation.
If the case is successful, eligible class members will be notified about how to claim their share.
“The lawsuit claims that Costa’s statement that it replaces scratched lenses, frames, and other parts damaged by accident, normal wear and tear, or misuse for a ‘nominal fee’ is false, deceptive, and misleading,” official case documents noted.
The case is being handled by Peter Hargitai of Holland & Knight LLP as appointed Class Counsel by the court.
This lawsuit is separate from a different case known as Smith v. Costa Del Mar, Inc., which was previously settled but later vacated and is no longer in effect.
What happens next?
The trial is scheduled to begin on August 11, 2025.
During the trial, a jury and judge will hear evidence to help them decide whether the plaintiffs or Costa are right about the legal claims in the lawsuit.
If you’re eligible for this class action, mark your calendar for July 14, 2025 – that’s the deadline to request exclusion if you want to maintain your right to sue Costa independently.
For more information, Florida residents can visit www.CostaSunglassLitigation.com or call 1-833-558-0945.
