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Pocket Hose
In January 2014 a federal judge preliminarily approved a settlement to a class-action lawsuit against Telebrands for, among other things, allegedly misleadingly labeling and advertising the Pocket Hose. According to the settlement terms, class members with proof of purchase may receive a refund of up to $20. For more information, go to www.hosesettlement.com. (Arreguin et al v. Telebrands and Does 1-10, Case No. CIVRS1307798, Superior Court for the State of California, County of San Bernadino).
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