Adobe Settles DOJ Lawsuit over Deceptive Subscription Practices
Software maker will pay a $75 million fine and provide “affected consumers” with free services.
Figueroa et al. v. BlendJet, Inc.
23-cv-7911, S.D.N.Y.
(Sept. 2023)
Gould et al. v. BlendJet Inc.
24-cv-1273, S.D. Ill.
(April 2024)
BlendJet2
Misleadingly marketing that blenders hold charge for “15+ blends,” “crush ice” and “power[] through anything in 20 seconds flat: ice, frozen fruit, leafy greens & more” when they fail to work as advertised due to a defect
Figueroa case: Voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice, an amended version of the complaint can be refiled.
Gould case: Pending
Software maker will pay a $75 million fine and provide “affected consumers” with free services.
Order puts platforms like Amazon and Walmart on notice.
Advertised “best deal ever” comes with some caveats.
Cecilia D’Anastasio, Bloomberg
Before paying a company for something, know all your options.