Deadline for cramming claims coming up [telecom]

The deadline to file claims against Verizon and Sprint for "Cramming" is fast approaching.

HARTFORD, Conn. - Consumers are facing a deadline to claim refunds from a $158 million federal settlement with Sprint and Verizon over unauthorized charges placed on wireless phone bills.

The practice is known as "cramming." U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., a member of the Senate Commerce Committee, said the practice has become widespread and causes substantial financial harm to subscribers.

Websites have been set up for Sprint and Verizon customers so they can seek restitution. The deadline to apply for a refund is December

31st. Claims can be made online or mailed.

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Posted 5 years ago by Bill Horne in General Telecommunications Forum

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