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Federal Judge Dismisses Patco Brands' Final Counterclaims Against BuzzBallz

Published 28 September 2026 · WBI Industry News
Federal Judge Dismisses Patco Brands' Final Counterclaims Against BuzzBallz
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A federal judge has dismissed the remaining counterclaims filed by Patco Brands against BuzzBallz, resolving a three-year legal conflict between the two orb-shaped RTD beverage competitors.

A federal judge has dismissed the final counterclaims brought by Patco Brands against BuzzBallz, according to a report by Brewbound. The judicial decision effectively concludes a three-year legal dispute between the two competing ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage producers, which are both recognized for their orb-shaped product packaging. Additional information regarding the specific grounds for the dismissal, potential financial settlements, or statements from either brand was not provided in the source text.

Key facts

  • A federal judge dismissed Patco Brands' final counterclaims against BuzzBallz.
  • The ruling ends a three-year legal dispute between the two companies.
  • Both Patco Brands and BuzzBallz produce rival orb-shaped, ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages.

Why it matters

The decision ends a prolonged three-year legal battle between two direct competitors in the orb-shaped ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage market.

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Sources
  • Brewbound — 2026-09-28: “Judge Dismisses Patco Brands’ Final Counterclaims Against BuzzBallz”

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