Adobe Settles DOJ Lawsuit over Deceptive Subscription Practices
Software maker will pay a $75 million fine and provide “affected consumers” with free services.
Pace et al. v. WaterWipes (USA) Inc.
22-cv-9816, S.D.N.Y.
(Nov. 2022)
Vences et al. v. WaterWipes (USA), Inc.
23-cv-619, N.D. Ill.
(Feb. 2023)
WaterWipes Baby Wipes, Textured Baby Wipes, and Adult Care Sensitive Wipes
Falsely marketing wipes as “100% Biodegradable” when they do not completely decompose within a reasonable time after being thrown in the trash
Pace case: Voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled.
Vences case: Settled
(Voluntarily dismissed)
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.