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Giant Bicycle
Case Name (Date)
Thomas et al. v. Giant Bicycle, Inc.
26-cv-1522, C.D. Cal.
(Feb. 2026)
Product/Service
Giant Bicycle bikes and cycling gear
Allegations
Failing to include a $75 “destination fee” in advertised prices
Status
Settled and voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled. as to the named plaintiff’s claims and When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice, an amended version of the complaint can be refiled. as to the class members’ claims
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