Direct Energy Services
In March 2017, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Direct Energy Services, LLC for allegedly deceptively advertising low, temporary fixed rates without adequately disclosing its variable rate pricing structure. According…
Direct Energy’s Pricing
Case Name (Date)
Gant et al. v. Direct Energy Services, LLC and NRG Energy, Inc.
22-cv-4906, D.N.J.
(Aug. 2022)
Product/Service
Electricity and natural gas
Allegations
Using a deceptive bait-and-switch pricing scheme that offers a low teaser rate for a limited period of time followed by a higher variable rate after the teaser rate ends
Status
Pending
Class-Action Tracker
Direct Energy
November 2016: This case was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled., the reasons for which have not been disclosed. April 2016: A class-action…
Direct Energy Services Rates
June 2017: The appeal was withdrawn, the reasons for which have not been disclosed. April 2017: The named plaintiff filed a Notice of Appeal regarding the August 2015 dismissal order,…
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