Will Coles' bruising court battle be worth it?
Coles is facing a significant lawsuit from the Australian Consumer and Competition Commission (ACCC) over the legitimacy of its discount campaign amid claims of deceptive advertising practices.
Has Coles been caught with its pants ‘down down’ over its prices promotion?
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is challenging Coles over allegedly misleading price promotions in a high-profile court case.
Aneta Wiewiórowska-Domagalska: Frank Loans and WIBOR
The article discusses the differences in assessing the abusiveness of variable interest clauses based on WIBOR compared to franc loans in Poland, highlighting the implications of EU court rulings for consumer protection law.
Will there be refunds for the elimination of tariffs? What it means in the US
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that former President Trump's additional tariffs were invalid, but this may not lead to price reductions or refunds for consumers.
Judge in Coles court case questions whether ACCC case has to fail
A judge has raised doubts about the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's case against Coles, which accuses the supermarket of misleading consumers with deceptive discount practices.
Customer has bag stolen inside store and Justice says company is not responsible
A customer in Brazil lost a bag within a store, and the court has ruled that the store is not liable for the theft.
Coles in court: the high-stakes battle over the price of your groceries – podcast
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is suing Coles over allegations of providing misleading discounts on everyday products, as the supermarket maintains its innocence in court.
Court cancels consortium after false promise of credit letter in 60 days
A court in Campo Grande annulled a consortium contract due to misleading advertising regarding an immediate credit letter promise.
Couple Sued Over Electric Bill – Revealed to be a Fraud Attempt
A couple was taken to court over an unpaid electric bill, which turned out to be a fraudulent scheme, as they had no dealings with the company involved.
Consumer Ombudsman took Elisa to the Market Court - This is how Elisa commented
The Consumer Ombudsman has taken Finnish telecom operator Elisa to the Market Court over its failure to adequately disclose minimum pricing in a promotional campaign.
Key issues impacting consumers that may be judged in 2025
The article discusses significant consumer rights issues expected to be examined by Brazil's Supreme Court and Superior Court of Justice, including the commercialization of personal data and airline liability for flight cancellations.
Consumer Ombudsman Takes Elisa to Court Again
The Finnish Consumer Ombudsman is suing telecommunications operator Elisa over its pricing campaign, alleging that it did not disclose the legally required minimum price for offers.
Consumer Ombudsman takes Elisa to Market Court again
The Consumer Ombudsman has demanded a prohibition on Elisa's Etuhinta campaign, threatening a fine of 200,000 euros for not disclosing the legally required lowest price over 30 days in phone offers.
Coles pet range manager grilled in court about 'Down Down' pricing of dog food
A Coles manager faced intense questioning in federal court regarding the supermarket's promotional pricing practices that allegedly misled customers.
Controversial Advertising Campaign: Did Lidl Promise Too Much?
Lidl's advertising for the 'greatest price reduction of all time' is being challenged in court by consumer protectors for being misleading.
Coles' shameless 'Down Down' promotions have been exposed. So why aren't they even trying to rebuild trust?
A recent court case has revealed that Coles uses their 'Down Down' promotions to disguise price increases, raising concerns about consumer trust.
Sydbank receives ruling in competition case
Sydbank has been found to have violated payment laws by denying access to a payment account service, according to a ruling from the Sønderborg Court.
Coles tells court its Down Down promotions were ‘fair dinkum’ discounts and did not mislead shoppers
Coles is defending its 'Down Down' promotional pricing in court, arguing that consumers view it as genuine discounts.
The first ruling from a collective lawsuit is finalized, the company must pay customers
In a landmark case in the Czech Republic, a company has been ordered to compensate customers in a collective lawsuit after failing to pay court fees for its appeal.
Justice upholds the fine of 96,000 euros on the Brava Madrid festival for irregularities reported by Facua
The Madrid Superior Court of Justice has upheld a fine against the Brava Madrid festival for consumer rights violations related to cashless payment methods.
Coles offered ‘utterly misleading’ discounts ACCC argues in federal court case
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has commenced legal action against Coles, alleging the supermarket misled customers through misleading discount practices that masked price increases on numerous products.
ACCC accuses Coles of 'planned' campaign to mislead customers
The ACCC is suing Coles for allegedly misleading customers about pricing discounts on over 200 household products in a significant court case.
Nammo received a 'shock message' - If necessary, we must go to court to stop it
The Norwegian ammunition producer Nammo faces legal challenges after being informed by the Norwegian Consumer Authority that it is violating laws concerning sensitive information.
The Right to a Court and Formalism Before the Court of Competition and Consumer Protection
The article discusses the subscription offer that combines PRO.RP.PL and The New York Times, providing extensive access to journalistic content.
Poor haircut at luxury salon leads to ₹2.5 million compensation for woman
A woman has been awarded ₹25 lakh in compensation for a botched haircut at a luxury salon in New Delhi after the Supreme Court reduced the National Consumer Commission's earlier compensation order.
WIBOR under the scrutiny of the CJEU. Banks and borrowers await the ruling
The EU Court of Justice is set to rule on questions regarding WIBOR, which could significantly impact both banks and borrowers in Poland.
Maranhão Justice condemns Google to compensate woman victim of cloned site
The Maranhão Court has ordered Google Brasil to pay over R$ 32,000 to a woman who fell victim to a scam involving a cloned website.
The workers of Antonio Arroyo, 'the scammer of the poor,' reveal: 'He instructed me to deceive the clients'
Two former workers of Antonio Arroyo have testified against him, alleging that he instructed them to deceive vulnerable clients, amidst a major mortgage fraud trial in Spain.
Instructions for Askon and Sotka customers have arrived - Chief Shop Steward does not comment
The Helsinki District Court has initiated bankruptcy proceedings for Indoor Group, which owns the Askon and Sotka furniture stores, affecting customers' rights to claim refunds on pre-paid products.
Dispute Erupts Over Elisa's Campaign – Threat of 50,000 Euro Fine
Finnish telecom operator Elisa faces a 50,000 euro fine for misleading discount marketing practices following a ruling by the Market Court requiring clear communication of minimum prices.
Company is sentenced to compensate consumer for refrigerator damage in Imperatriz
A Maranhão court has ordered Equatorial Energia to reimburse a consumer whose refrigerator was damaged due to fluctuations in the electricity supply.
INKA: To redefine loan requirements of the Katselis law after the decisions of the Supreme Court
INKA, the General Confederation of Consumers of Greece, is requesting a redefinition of the loan requirements under the Katselis law following recent Supreme Court decisions.
Consumer Centers Fail with Lawsuit: DHL Allowed to Deliver Packages to Neighbors According to Court
In a legal dispute, consumer protection advocates lost their case against DHL, which was confirmed by the Higher Regional Court of Hamm, allowing the company to deliver packages to neighbors when recipients are not home.
Court: Hand luggage on Ryanair is legal. Worse with ticket sales rules
The Brussels Enterprise Court has issued a mixed but largely favorable ruling for Ryanair regarding its online booking practices, initiated by a consumer organization alleging illegal activities.
Vueling sentenced to charge for carry-on luggage to a passenger on a Sevilla-Palma flight
A court in Palma ordered Vueling to refund 50 euros to a Facua-Consumidores en Acción member for charging him to bring carry-on luggage on a Sevilla-Mallorca flight, along with statutory interest since his initial extrajudicial claim.
Shared OTP and Lost 1.25 Lakhs, Consumer Court Says Cannot Blame the Bank
A consumer court in Mumbai dismissed a complaint regarding an online fraud of over 1.25 lakhs, stating that the bank is not liable when the customer shares their one-time password (OTP) with scammers.
Consumer credit must be for housing needs? The Supreme Court on the matter of Francophone borrowers
The Supreme Court has ruled on the distinction between consumer credit and credit related to business activities, dismissing claims from two Francophone borrowers who sought to invalidate their loan agreements.
European justice opens the door to a class action in Portugal against Meliá for discrimination against local customers
The European Court of Justice has allowed a collective action in Portugal against Meliá for discriminating against local customers, acknowledging a consumer association's right to investigate competitive practices that led to a substantial fine from the European Commission.
Pharmacy convicted for selling defective weight loss pen in RN
A pharmacy chain and a drug manufacturer were ordered by the court to compensate a consumer for selling a defective weight loss pen, totaling R$ 4,759.64 in damages.
Difficult Search for Doctor Appointments: Booking Platform Doctolib Convicted
The Berlin Regional Court has convicted the popular booking platform Doctolib for misleading patients regarding appointment availability for public insurance holders.
Chains Billa and Hofer Head to Court in Austria Over Misleading Discount Advertising
A Vienna commercial court will begin hearings this week on lawsuits against supermarket chains Billa and Hofer for non-transparent pricing practices during discount promotions, filed by the Consumer Information Association.
Decision of the Council of State on health insurance contracts - What the supreme court ruled
The Council of State ruled that clauses in health insurance contracts are abusive and unenforceable if not completely transparent and understandable to clients, while also allowing insurers to unilaterally increase premiums under certain conditions.
Pioneering ruling against ‘SIM swapping’: Vodafone and WiZink will compensate a banking fraud victim
A Spanish court has made a groundbreaking ruling ordering Vodafone and WiZink to compensate a victim of SIM swapping fraud, setting a significant precedent for consumer protection in the digital age.