Tag: deceptive_pricing
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FTC and 20 States Sue Dollar General Over Deceptive Pricing
The FTC, joined by 20 states, has sued Dollar General, alleging the retailer routinely charged customers more at the register than the prices shown on shelves, tags and ads.
BusinessLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentEconomy Dollar GeneralFederal Trade Commissiondeceptive pricingconsumer protectionlawsuitretail
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FTC Warns 24 Major Healthcare Companies Over Deceptive Pricing
FTC Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson sent letters to 24 of the nation's largest healthcare services companies, reminding them they must give patients timely, accurate and complete pricing information.
HealthBusinessPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Federal Trade CommissionAndrew N. Fergusonhealthcare pricingdeceptive pricinghospitalsconsumer protection
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FTC and Utah, Nevada Attorneys General Sue Lens.com Over Deceptive Pricing
Federal Trade Commission and two state attorneys general allege Lens.com hid a bogus "taxes & fees" charge that often doubles the price of contact lenses for consumers.
BusinessLaw EnforcementUSALegalGeneral PoliticsComputers and Internet Federal Trade CommissionLens.com Inc.deceptive pricingcontact lensesUtah Attorney GeneralNevada Attorney Generallawsuit