Connecticut will receive just over $223,000 from a multi-state settlement with Sirius XM Radio over its allegedly misleading advertising and billing practices, officials announced.
The 45-state $3.8 million settlement resolves claims that Sirius violated state consumer protection laws by failing to honor contract cancellations or making it difficult for consumers to cancel.
Consumers had complained that the satellite radio provider automatically renewed contracts without consent or notification. Attorneys general also alleged that Sirius charged unauthorized fees and failed to provide refunds in a timely manner.
The settlement also requires Sirius to pay restitution to eligible consumers and to change its disclosure practices and cancellation policy and procedures.
Consumers have until May 3, 2015 to file a complaint to be considered for restitution. Eligible complaints must involve an identifiable financial loss that has not yet been resolves.
