The Music Man, Part 2: What Scientology has to do with a pricey online piano academy
Emily Jankowski and Grace Tatter, WBUR | NPR
A state court judge preliminarily approved a settlement agreement that would resolve a false advertising class-action lawsuit alleging that TourFactory does not adequately disclose the terms of its subscriptions for real estate photography and digital marketing services. According to the settlement terms, class members may receive a partial refund based on several factors, including the fees they paid and the number of members who submit claims. A final fairness hearing is scheduled for June 15, 2018. (Warren et al v. Home Debut dba TourFactory, Case No. 17202214-9, Washington Superior Court – Spokane County)
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Emily Jankowski and Grace Tatter, WBUR | NPR
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Verdict comes nine years after TINA.org alerted regulator to supplement’s unsubstantiated health claims.
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