From Wellness to Addiction: Troy Rafferty's New Article Sounds Alarm on 'Feel Free'

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Aug. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Rafferty Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa is announcing the publication of a powerful new article by shareholder and nationally recognized mass tort lawyer Troy A. Rafferty, titled "The Dangerous Truth About 'Feel Free'—and Why Accountability Can't Wait."

The article exposes the hidden dangers of Feel Free Classic, a so-called "plant-based wellness supplement" made by Botanic Tonics, which has been linked to devastating consequences for unsuspecting consumers. What is marketed as a wellness drink contains kratom, a substance the FDA has long warned acts like an opioid and carries a high risk of addiction.

In the piece, Rafferty highlights the story of Jasmine Adeoye, recently profiled by CNN, who went from casual use of Feel Free to severe dependency—spending more than $100 per day, accruing $12,000 in debt, and suffering serious health impacts. Her experience, Rafferty argues, is not an isolated case but the predictable outcome of a business model built on addictiveness and mass distribution.

"Companies that profit from addiction must be held accountable—in damages, in dollars, and in deterrence," Rafferty writes. "Wellness should never mean wrecked finances, broken health, and shattered lives."

The article details how Botanic Tonics marketed Feel Free aggressively through gas stations, convenience stores, and popular podcasts, despite the well-documented risks of kratom. It draws parallels to past industries—tobacco, opioids, and energy drinks—where corporations downplayed foreseeable harm while reaping profits.

Rafferty underscores the critical role of the law in holding such companies accountable through claims of failure to warn, defective design, negligent marketing, and deceptive trade practices. Beyond justice for individuals, he argues, accountability serves as a powerful deterrent to other companies in the booming "sober curious" market looking to exploit regulatory gray areas.

With nearly three decades of trial experience and landmark verdicts exceeding $150 million, Rafferty is one of the nation's most respected voices on corporate accountability. His latest article continues RDCY's mission to spotlight consumer safety issues and fight for justice when companies put profits over people.

About Rafferty Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa

Rafferty Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa is a leading Florida law firm dedicated to advocating for victims of mass torts, medical malpractice and corporate negligence. With a track record of holding powerful institutions accountable, the firm fights for justice on behalf of individuals and families affected by preventable harm.

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