Robert Asaro-Angelo v. Amazon.com Inc

What this case is about

The plaintiff, Robert Asaro-Angelo, is suing Amazon on behalf of himself and others in similar situations, alleging that the company engaged in unlawful practices related to its subscription services. The lawsuit claims that Amazon failed to properly disclose automatic renewal terms to customers before charging them, leading consumers to be billed without adequate notice or informed consent. The proposed class likely includes consumers who signed up for Amazon subscription offerings and were subsequently charged recurring fees without clear and conspicuous disclosure of the auto-renewal terms. The plaintiff seeks damages and relief for those who were allegedly misled or improperly charged under these subscription arrangements, arguing that Amazon's practices violated consumer protection laws designed to protect people from surprise recurring charges.

What happens next

The case is in its earliest stage. The defendant has not yet responded. Class certification — the court's decision on whether the case can proceed as a class action — typically takes 12 to 24 months after filing.

Source: CourtListener docket entry. This summary was generated automatically and may not reflect subsequent filings.