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Costco settles $14M email lawsuit; claims due Aug. 24

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Costco has agreed to a $14 million settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit alleging the company sent misleading promotional emails to Washington residents. Eligible individuals who received these emails between June 2, 2021, and July 7, 2026, can file a claim by August 24, 2026. While the law allows for up to $500 per misleading email, the final payout amount will depend on the total number of valid claims filed after legal fees and administrative costs are deducted from the settlement fund. AI

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Costco settles $14M email lawsuit; claims due Aug. 24

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    Costco’s $14 million email settlement: Who qualifies for an up-to $500 payment and how to claim before the Aug. 24 deadline

    Costco denies any wrongdoing but agreed to resolve claims it sent Washington shoppers emails with misleading subject lines. Here's who qualifies and how to file before the Aug. 24 deadline.

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