Sweepstakes firm agrees to pay $50 million in two settlements
United States Sales Corp known as USPE to refund $30 million to consumers in 48 states and DC and to change marketing practices. A separate $20 million settlement resolves a class action in Illinois. Restitution targets those who spent at least $1,870 in 1997 1998 or 1999. Government task force says the deal sets a blueprint for the industry.
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United States Sales Corp
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Calif
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District of Columbia
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United States Purchasing Exchange
USPE
Ilinois
Florida
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Condon argues Senate bill harms free enterprise on cars
Attorney General Charlie Condon calls a Senate bill banning online car sales and owner dealer shops unconstitutional. He warns it creates a limited monopoly and violates federal commerce rules while threatening price competition. House sponsor Rep. Jim Harrison says the measure protects local dealers from automotive maker favoritism.
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Senate
Charlie Condon
Condon
House
John Land
Manning
Land
Jim Harrison
R-Columbia
Harrison
Manufactur
North Carolina
Georgia
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