Month: November 2012
SETTLEMENT REACHED IN CITIBANK HELOC CLASS ACTION
Banking giant Citibank has recently reached a settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit alleging that it broke federal lending laws when it suspended (or cut) home equity lines or credit during the 2008 mortgage crisis. As home values suddenly plummeted, thousands of homeowners received notification that their homes had significantly declined in value (when they had …
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AT&T to Pay Fine & Issue Refunds for Data Overcharges
Disputing data charges on cell phone bills can be a tedious and annoying experience. You may wonder if it is intentionally time consuming so that people eventually give up and forego their potential refund. According to a recent action by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), there may be some truth to that notion. AT&T has …
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WHIRLPOOL CLASS ACTION SET FOR TRIAL
Whirlpool appliances have been a fixture in American homes for generations. The company’s washing machines are commonly known for their durability and innovative technology. However, Ohio consumers are taking the company to court over alleged defects that prevent clothes from becoming clean. The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Whirlpool. …