New lawsuit against T-Mobile accuses the uncarrier of deceiving customers
 

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• 23 plaintiffs have started a class action lawsuit against T-Mobile for deceptive practices.
• The target is the RPTR fee, which they claim is misleading in nature and just a way to line pockets.
• Other carriers have gone through similar accusations in the past, with many (such as Verizon) settling out of court.

T-Mobile has faced its share of challenges in 2024, including security breaches, price increases, and other actions that many view as a significant departure from the Uncarrier ethos of the past. Now, the company is dealing with a new class action lawsuit brought by 23 plaintiffs over alleged deceptive pricing practices.

The lawsuit specifically targets the Regulatory Programs and Telco Recovery Fee (RPTR Fee). Not only was the fee allegedly adjusted without clear notice, but the plaintiffs also claim there is a lack of transparency about what the fee actually covers.




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