Adobe Settles DOJ Lawsuit over Deceptive Subscription Practices
Software maker will pay a $75 million fine and provide “affected consumers” with free services.
Helmold et al. v. Vanco Payment Solutions, LLC
26-cv-3485, N.D. Ill.
(Feb. 2026)
MySchoolAccount school lunch payment platform
Failing to adequately disclose that a $4 transaction fee is added to all transactions
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.