Kelley Drye: The FTC's case against Vonage - Customer Service Nightmare as "Dark Patterns" | Practical Law

Kelley Drye: The FTC's case against Vonage - Customer Service Nightmare as "Dark Patterns" | Practical Law

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reached a settlement with New Jersey-based internet phone service provider Vonage over its alleged imposition of unauthorized charges and use of dark patterns which made it difficult for consumers to cancel their service. The settlement requires Vonage to refund $100 million to consumers harmed by the company's actions, simplify its cancellation process, and stop charging consumers without their consent.

Kelley Drye: The FTC's case against Vonage - Customer Service Nightmare as "Dark Patterns"

by Kelley Drye & Warren LLP
Published on 10 Nov 2022USA (National/Federal)
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reached a settlement with New Jersey-based internet phone service provider Vonage over its alleged imposition of unauthorized charges and use of dark patterns which made it difficult for consumers to cancel their service. The settlement requires Vonage to refund $100 million to consumers harmed by the company's actions, simplify its cancellation process, and stop charging consumers without their consent.