CATrends: Fake Discounts on Fitness Products
When the sale price is the regular price.
In March 2014, a class-action lawsuit against Popcorn, Indiana, LLC was transferred from state court to federal court. Among other things, the complaint alleges that Popcorn, Indiana, LLC falsely advertises its FIT popcorn products as “low-fat” and “low-calorie” when, in reality, the snacks are not lower in fat or calories than other full-calorie snack foods. (Arens et al v. Popcorn, Indiana, LLC and Does 1-100, Case No. 14-cv-01323, N. D. CA.)
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.
Advertised “best deal ever” comes with some caveats.
Cecilia D’Anastasio, Bloomberg