Blumenthal Urges AT&T Customers to Claim Their Share of $105 Million Settlement Before Friday Deadline

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U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) is urging current and former AT&T customers to claim their share of a $105 million settlement regarding mobile cramming before the deadline this Friday, May 1.

"Cramming" refers to the unscrupulous practice by phone companies and wireless carriers of allowing non-phone company charges to be added onto monthly bills without authorization by the consumer and, in many cases, without the consumer receiving anything in return for those charges.

Last October, the Federal Communication Commission, Federal Trade Commission and 50 states reached a $105 million settlement with AT&T to provide restitution for consumers subjected to unlawful mobile charges. But consumers must apply for those refunds by this Friday, May 1. So far, 4.9 million people have applied nationwide for refunds.

"These unlawful charges were forced on consumers without their consent or even knowledge, and refunds must be issued. Unauthorized and unscrupulous third-charges--hidden in bills through vague and deceptive language--robbed consumers and they deserve their money back. The procedure to apply is simple and quick, and consumers should apply immediately to ensure they receive what they are rightfully owed," Blumenthal said.

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