Adobe Settles DOJ Lawsuit over Deceptive Subscription Practices
Software maker will pay a $75 million fine and provide “affected consumers” with free services.
Holder et al. v. Grand Brands, Inc. d/b/a The True Citrus Co.
23-cv-10754, S.D.N.Y.
(Dec. 2023)
True Citrus beverage mixes
Falsely marketing that products contain “No Preservatives” when they contain a preservative ingredient (citric acid)
Voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice, an amended version of the complaint can be refiled.
Software maker will pay a $75 million fine and provide “affected consumers” with free services.
Order puts platforms like Amazon and Walmart on notice.
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