Adobe Settles DOJ Lawsuit over Deceptive Subscription Practices
Software maker will pay a $75 million fine and provide “affected consumers” with free services.
Montgomery et al. v. Peek Travel, Inc.
25-cv-1015, S.D.N.Y.
(Feb. 2025)
Tickets to various venues in New York, including the Color Factory NYC, the Museum of Ice Cream, the Inter_Intermersive Art Museum, and the ARTECHOUSE
Failing to disclose taxes and fees in advertised prices
Using a countdown timer to give consumers a limited amount of time to complete their transactions
Pending
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.