CATrends: Fake Discounts on Fitness Products
When the sale price is the regular price.
Dotson et al. Angi Inc. d/b/a Angi’s List
23-cv-8847, C.D. Cal.
(Sept. 2023)
Angi’s Happiness Guarantee
Falsely representing that Angi’s Happiness Guarantee covers up to the full purchase price and limited damage protection for its home project professional referral services when the company fails to honor the warranties
Falsely representing that contractors are screened and certified to ensure they are qualified home service professionals
Pending
When the sale price is the regular price.
Software maker will pay a $75 million fine and provide “affected consumers” with free services.
Order puts platforms like Amazon and Walmart on notice.
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