Adobe Settles DOJ Lawsuit over Deceptive Subscription Practices
Software maker will pay a $75 million fine and provide “affected consumers” with free services.
Allen et al. v. Mielle Organics, LLC
25-cv-342, C.D. Cal.
(Feb. 2025)
Mielle’s Rosemary Mint Scalp & Hair Strengthening Oils
Falsely marketing that products combat dandruff, increase blood circulation to the scalp, cause faster and thicker hair growth, and provide anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal benefits when none of the ingredients are capable of providing such benefits
Falsely marketing products as natural when they contain synthetic chemicals
Falsely marketing products as made in the USA when they contain ingredients that come from outside of the United States
Pending
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
Before paying a company for something, know all your options.