New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced a settlement with Verizon New Jersey, Inc. (Verizon) today, resolving an investigation into the company’s marketing and sale of Fios services. Verizon agreed to pay $175,000 to the State, addressing allegations of unlawful business practices, including failing to honor advertised prices, deliver promotional gifts, and provide promised refunds.
The investigation was launched in response to a high volume of consumer complaints regarding Verizon’s business practices. The State alleged that Verizon engaged in various deceptive practices, including:
– Charging consumers more than advertised prices
– Failing to honor timely cancellation requests
– Failing to provide entitled refunds
– Automatically renewing contracts without consent
– Failing to provide advertised promotional gifts
– Failing to clearly disclose limited promotional gift supplies
Verizon denied the allegations, but agreed to the settlement.
Attorney General Platkin emphasized, “Companies must make good on their promises to consumers. We won’t allow deceptive practices to harm New Jersey consumers.”
Acting Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs, Cari Fais, added, “Compliance with New Jersey laws and regulations is essential for businesses. This settlement holds Verizon accountable and requires satisfactory resolution of existing and future consumer complaints.”
The Division reminds consumers to carefully read contracts and disclosures before agreeing to promotional offers.
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