Discounts at Best Buy
Allegations: Falsely advertising discounts off of artificially inflated reference prices and as available for a limited time
Electrolux Vacuum Cleaners
January 2016: This action was dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled. because the parties reached a settlement. The terms of the settlement are confidential.
September 2015: A class-action lawsuit was filed against Best Buy for allegedly misleadingly advertising Electrolux vacuum cleaners (Model EL4071A) as being equipped with HEPA filters (filters that capture dust, pet dander, mold, and pollen, and prevent the particles from escaping back into the air) when the vacuum cleaners are actually equipped with an “allergen” filter that does not meet the HEPA filter standards. (Early et al v. Best Buy Co., Inc., Case No. 15-cv-549, E. D. VA.)
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Samsung QLED Televisions
Allegations: Falsely marketing that televisions have features that they do not have
Best Buy’s Price Match Guarantee
Allegations: Failing to honor its Price Match Guarantee
Trend Micro
Allegations: Deceptively marketing programs as free without adequately disclosing that they automatically switch to paid subscriptions unless consumers cancel
Best Buy’s Installation of Home Security Systems
Allegations: Offering services to install home security systems without having proper licenses from the state of California or confirming third-party installation companies had the proper licenses
INSIGNIA Power Banks
Monster HDMI Cables
Samsung Televisions and Geek Squad Protection Plans
Best Buy’s 0% Interest Promotions
Best Buy’s “0% interest” Financing
The Refresh Rates of LG Televisions
Sales at Best Buy
Monster HDMI Cables and HDTVs
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