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Hyundai Sued Over Elantra Fuel Economy Ad Claims

July 9, 2012 · Mark Reback

(Reuters) - Hyundai Motor Co has been sued for allegedly misleading consumers sensitive to high gas prices that its popular 2011 and 2012 Elantra model is more fuel efficient than it actually is. The lawsuit filed by the public interest group Consumer Watchdog claims that TV advertisements touting "the 40 Mile Per Gallon Elantra" reflected only highway mileage, not city or combined highway/city mileage.

Hyundai Sued for Misleading ’40 MPG’ Elantra Ads

July 9, 2012 · Laura Antonini

<img class=" size-full wp-image-2743" alt="" class="right" src="http://consumerwatchdog.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/images_hyundailogo.png" style="width: 250px; height: 168px;" width="273" height="184" />Hyundai’s Gas Mileage Claims in 2011 and 2012 Elantra Advertising Campaign Misled California Drivers Santa Monica, CA – Hyundai Motor America misled consumers about the gas mileage of the 2011 and 2012 Elantra through a broad-based media advertising campaign designed to capitalize on public concern over escalating gas prices, according to a lawsuit filed by Consumer Watchdog and Cuneo Gilbert and LaDuca, LLP.

Sacramento Lawsuit Says Hyundai Misled Consumers On Gas Mileage

July 9, 2012 · Mark Reback

A class action suit filed in Sacramento Superior Court contends that Hyundai Motor America misled consumers about the gas mileage of its 2011 and 2012 Elantra. The suit, filed by Consumer Watchdog and a Washington, D.C. law firm, cites specific claims of a Sacramento resident and seeks unspecified damages for California residents who purchased or leased 2011 and 2012 Elantras.

Independence Day Reprieve For Hundreds of Thousands of Consumers Enrolled in Blue Shield Insurance Policies To Be Closed This Week

July 3, 2012 · Jerry Flanagan

Consumer Watchdog praised Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones' announcement today opposing Blue Shield's plan to close 23 health insurance policies, and echoing concerns raised by Consumer Watchdog in a recently-filed class action lawsuit.

Blue Shield of California Sued for Pushing Policyholders into Bare Bones Coverage and Hiking Premiums

June 13, 2012 · Mark Reback

Blue Shield has used enormous rate hikes, and the threat of rate increases, to force patients into lower-benefit and higher-deductible health coverage in violation of state law, according to a class action lawsuit filed today by Blue Shield policyholders and consumer advocates.

Judge Rejects Arbitration for DirecTV Class Action

January 27, 2012 · Mark Reback

Decision eliminates big obstacle in class action over early cancellations. LOS ANGELES - A state court judge on Thursday denied attempts by broadcast satellite provider DirecTV Inc. to compel arbitration in a class action that alleges consumers were illegally charged up to $480 in early cancellation fees.

Consumer Watchdog’s Current Fights and Recent Victories

January 23, 2012 · Evan Thomas King

For over three decades Consumer Watchdog’s Legal attorneys have advocated on behalf of consumers before regulatory agencies, the legislature and the courts.

Take from Insurers, Give to State Courts: $455 Million Class Action Settlement Should Benefit Consumers and Courts, Not the Defendant

November 9, 2011 · Consumer Watchdog

Los Angeles, CA — Consumers and the courts, not an insurance company defendant, should benefit from a $455 million class action settlement, Consumer Watchdog argued...

DIRECTV Profits For Third Quarter Come On Back Of Consumers From Cancellation Penalties At Issue In Class Action Lawsuit

November 3, 2011 · Pam Pressley

Autism: Law Make Insurers Cover Therapy – For Now

October 12, 2011 · Mark Reback

Parents of children with autism lauded the governor’s decision to sign into law a bill that requires health insurers to cover behavioral health treatments for...

DirecTV’s Bid To Nix Cancel Fee Action Put On Hold

August 31, 2011 · Mark Reback

Law360, Los Angeles (August 31, 2011) -- A California state judge on Wednesday delayed DirecTV Inc.’s bid to toss a class action alleging inadequate disclosure of early termination fees, waiting on the appeal of a ruling in a similar suit whose claims were found to be immune to waivers.

Insurers’ Critics See Case As A Boost

August 30, 2011 · Mark Reback

Appeals court sides with patient, giving hope to others Health insurance providers can expect new litigation - and pressure from existing litigants - after a federal appellate court decision on Friday said they are responsible for covering mental health treatment on par with care for physical conditions. Multiple lawsuits and a piece of state legislation are already underway to force insurance coverage of treatment for autism, and advocates fighting for that coverage say Friday's ruling brings momentum to their cause.