CATrends: Fake Discounts on Fitness Products
When the sale price is the regular price.
Lilly et al. v. Ryobi Technologies, Inc. and TTI Outdoor Power Equipment, Inc.
25-cv-939, E.D. Penn.
(Feb. 2025)
Ryobi 40V Push Mower
Marketing products as safe when they can overheat and catch fire due to a defect
Pending
When the sale price is the regular price.
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.
Before paying a company for something, know all your options.