NYC Tow Companies Ordered to Refund $67K to Drivers
The city ordered tow companies to repay $67,000 to drivers after finding overcharges, part of a mayoral push to stop towing scams.
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Boston Woman Sues Dunkin' Over Sugar in 'Zero' Energy Drinks
Phyllis C. Wells sued Dunkin' Brands in Boston federal court, saying its Zero energy drinks are falsely advertised as sugar‑free because they contain allulose. She drinks two to three of the drinks weekly and claims the sweetener is a sugar.
California law mandates full car price disclosure
Starting Oct. 1, 2026, California dealers must disclose total vehicle prices in ads, per the CARS Act (SB 766) signed by the governor to improve transparency.
Seattle Bars Grocery Stores From Personal Data Pricing
Seattle passed an ordinance banning large grocery retailers from using shoppers' personal data to set individual prices, aiming to stop surveillance pricing. The rule targets major chains and seeks to ensure uniform pricing for all customers.
NYC Administration Calls for Tougher BNPL Rules in Albany
The Mamdani administration asked New York state regulators to impose stricter buy‑now‑pay‑later rules and grant the city enforcement power, citing rising debt among low‑income residents, as the state reviews its own BNPL regulations.
Quebec Enacts Stricter Ticket Resale Regulations
Quebec implemented new rules on September 13, 2026, to restrict concert ticket resale and address the largely unregulated secondary market. The regulations aim to increase transparency and protect consumers from inflated prices.
Quebec Enforces New Ticket Resale Rules
On September 12, 2026, Quebec enacted stricter regulations on the resale of concert and event tickets to curb speculative practices and improve consumer transparency.
Meta's $17 Billion Settlement Encompasses Illinois
Meta has agreed to a $17 billion settlement with twenty‑nine states, including Illinois, over claims that its platforms exploit young users; the deal awaits court approval.
Tap‑to‑Pay Scam Overcharges Shoppers in New Jersey
Consumer experts warn that scammers in New Jersey are using tampered tap‑to‑pay devices to overcharge shoppers, sometimes billing $1,000 for a $50 purchase. Shoppers are urged to verify transaction amounts at the terminal and monitor statements for errors.
Class-Action Expands to Target Grocery Chains Over Fake Maple Syrup
A Quebec class‑action filed on August 19 expands to sue major grocery chains, alleging they should have known they were selling counterfeit maple syrup supplied by a local producer. The case follows a scandal that uncovered the producer’s fraudulent product and seeks to hold retailers accountable for failing to detect the fraud.
Fair Price Protection Act protects NJ shoppers
Governor Mikie Sherrill signed the Fair Price Protection Act on July 23, 2026, banning the use of personal data for price discrimination in New Jersey grocery stores and delivery apps, aiming to ensure uniform pricing for all shoppers.
