Adobe Settles DOJ Lawsuit over Deceptive Subscription Practices
Software maker will pay a $75 million fine and provide “affected consumers” with free services.
Rocca et al. v. Fitness International, LLC
18-cv-58, C.D. Cal.
(Jan. 2018)
Memberships to LA Fitness
Misleadingly representing that consumers are signing-up for and obligated to pay for a one-month gym membership when they are signing-up for and obligated to pay for one year of membership
Settled and voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled.
Software maker will pay a $75 million fine and provide “affected consumers” with free services.
Order puts platforms like Amazon and Walmart on notice.
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