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Saatva
Case Name (Date)
Lewis et al. v. Whitestone Home Furnishings, LLC d/b/a Saatva
24-cv-3788, C.D. Cal.
(May 2024)
Product/Service
Mattresses, bedding, and furniture on Saatva
Allegations
Falsely advertising discounts off of inflated reference prices and as available for a limited time
Status
Voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice, an amended version of the complaint can be refiled.
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