Costco Shoppers May Be Eligible for Settlement Checks over Marketing Emails

Costco shoppers may be eligible for settlement checks over marketing emails

Some Costco customers in Washington state could soon receive a payment as part of a lawsuit settlement alleging the company violated the states anti-spam email law.According to the lawsuit, Costco agreed to pay up to $14 million to Washington customers who received certain emails between June 2, 2021, and July 7, 2026. Costco was accused of sending misleading emails claiming promotions were available for a limited time. Examples included message…

Costco to Pay $14M to Settle Class Action Lawsuit Over Commercial Emails With Alleged False or Misleading Subject Lines

Costco $COST +1.77% agreed to a $14 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit alleging the company sent commercial emails with false or misleading subject lines to Washington state residents. The lawsuit, filed in Washington — where Costco is headquartered — accuses the company of violating Washington’s Commercial Electronic Mail Act and the Washington Consumer Protection Act. At the heart of the lawsuit is the claim that Costco’s pro…