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Possible coupon settlement in Jiffy Lube "Environmental Charge" Class Action
An Associated Press syndicated story reports that lawyers are "on the verge of verdict" to settle with Jiffy Lube for a $5.00 coupon. The allegation is that Jiffy Lube's "Environmental Charge" added to the price of an oil change is deceptive when recyclers actually pay Jiffy for the used oil. (I agree.) The article goes on to say some lawyers are fighting the coupon settlement. Good for them. I think consumer attorneys who settle for coupon settlements should be paid with coupons. Coupon settlements generally violate the ethical guidelines for class action settlements propounded by the National Association of Consumer Advocates.


Oklahoma Jiffy Lube suit on verge of verdict - The Washington Times: Business - October 16, 2004