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Saturday, March 07, 2026

Logan Paul Will 'Pursue Legal Action' Against Those Calling him a 'Scammer'

Logan Paul told The Iced Coffee Hour Podcast that he is looking forward to "using legal channels" to sue individuals calling him a scammer. Comments rolled in on Yahoo! News, weighing in on Logan Paul.

Logan Paul
Logan Paul Taking a selfie at WrestleMania XL; credit: (CC BY 2.0) by diegofernandophotography   

Class Action Lawsuit Against Logan Paul Was Dismissed


In the 2023 CryptoZoo case, Plaintiffs alleged that CryptoZoo failed to deliver after buying NFTs and tokens for a blockchain based game that never launched. Paul promoted CryptoZoo in 2021 as a play-to-earn game where users could buy "egg" NFTs, hatch out virtual animals, and then "earn money" by breeding and trading them. 

The game was never completed. In 2023, a class-action lawsuit was filed in Texas where Paul and his associates were accused of fraud, a breach of contract. Investors claimed that a "rug pull" happened because the project raised money and then never came to fruition.

In late October 2025, a judge dismissed the claims against Logan Paul in the CryptoZoo lawsuit.

Logan Paul Sues Coffeezilla for Defamation


Logan Paul launched a lawsuit against YouTuber Coffeezilla, which has a trial date set for April 2026. Coffeezilla is a moniker of YouTuber Stephen Findeisen, who released "investigative" YouTube videos accusing Paul of fraud in the CryptoZoo debacle.

Paul is seeking financial damages and legal costs against Findeisen after being accused of running a fraudulent scheme and "damaging his reputation."

Paul went on The Iced Coffee Hour Podcast and warns people that call him a scammer.


YouTube credit: Coffeezilla


YouTube credit: The Iced Coffee Hour

Comments on Yahoo!

Users on Yahoo! weighed in with their opinions. Read a few below.

Dylan said: "Probably not a good idea to sue someone for telling the truth. It will all come out in discovery, but Paul probably doesn't understand that."

User "Whatever" said: "With all the things people call you and your brother. SCAMMER is a compliment."

David M. wrote: "Maybe the Scammer should read the 1st amendment."

Louie wrote: "You can fool some of the people all of the time, and all of the people some of the time, but you can not fool all of the people all of the time.”

this guys a big joke stop following him all he does is take your money"


Juan Carlos said: "Fine, how about conman or grifter?"


Raymond commented, "So he doesn't like being called a scammer, how about grifter?"


Jaime wrote: "He is a scammer, if people didn't get all their money back, then it's obviously a scam. I don't see how he looks at it any different. Only a scammer would look at it as if they weren't scamming somebody and come up with excuses. He is a scammer..."

Sources:

"Logan Paul Threatens Legal Action Against People Calling Him 'Scammer'". Yahoo! News. 6 March 2026.

YouTube credit: Coffeezilla

YouTube credit: The Iced Coffee Hour

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Florida Man Caught Stealing and Reselling Trading Cards Using Taco Meat Seasoning Packet Scheme at Self-Checkout

A Florida man is caught by Target stealing thousands of dollars worth of trading cards from multiple stores using $0.99 taco seasoning packets.

Target store
Target store; credit: by Mike Mozart, CC BY 2.0

Florida Man Caught Stealing in Self-Checkout Scheme Involving Taco Meat Seasoning Packets

Florida's Attorney General James Uthmeier reported that 39-year-old Keith Wallis of Pompano Beach, Florida was arrested after he allegedly engaged in an "organized retail fraud scheme" that took place in Target stores from Miami to Orlando, Florida.

Keith Wallis
Keith Wallis mugshot

Wallis was accused of 75 retail thefts at multiple Target stores between July 2025 and February 2026. 

His scheme involved grabbing large boxes of trading cards and an equal amount of 99-cent taco meat seasoning packets. At the self-checkout, Wallis would only scan the taco meat seasoning packets and then resell the stolen trading cards on eBay. His scheme generated "almost $40,000 USD in revenue" while the stolen merchandise totaled "over $10,000 USD."

Florida Man will be prosecuted to the 'Maximum Punishment' of the Law

The Attorney General's office reported that Wallis was charged with three counts of felony dealing in stolen property, felony organized retail theft, and one count of felony money laundering. The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office and the Office of Statewide Prosecution led the investigation with help from Broward and Martin counties.

Attorney General James Uthmeier said:

"Florida has the number one economy in the nation because of our commitment to law and order. Organized retail theft drives up prices for consumers, and that is not a result we are going to tolerate. These schemes will be met with the maximum punishment allowed under the law."

The Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw made the following statement:

"This arrest sends a clear message that organized retail theft, no matter how coordinated or far-reaching, will be aggressively investigated and prosecuted."

Keith Wallis has Prior Thefts on Record 

Wallis is also being investigated for more thefts at Publix and Walmart locations in Florida. He has a history of theft, noting the example below. 

An example:

In Nov. 2025, Wallis pled guilty to petit theft that took place in Sept. 2025 at a Palm Beach Publix. He exited the Publix without paying for two steaks valued at $77. He returned to the store and stole two loaves of bread and scanned two packs of gravy in place of the bread barcodes. The store manager confronted Wallis at the self-checkout register for his prior transaction, and informed him to "return the steaks to correct the transaction and pay for the steaks."

The store manager stopped the transaction with the bread, and Wallis left the store immediately, leaving his debit card behind on the payment terminal.

Palm Beach Police Department then confronted Wallis, asking if he was at the Publix on Sept. 9, 2025.

Wallis responded: "Uh, I am going to pay for the steak, uh, yeah," and told the detective he had "no problem returning to the Publix and paying for the steaks."

In a guilty plea, he was ordered not to return to that Publix, and to pay for the steaks and the court costs.


Sources:

Cervantes Jr., Fernando. "Man accused of using taco meat seasoning packets to steal $40K from Target." USA Today. 27 Feb. 2026.

Shields, Malcolm. "Florida man accused of stealing trading cards, selling them online for nearly $40,000." ABC 25 WPBF News. 27 Feb. 2026

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Circle K is Suing a Store Manager for Trying to Buy Unclaimed Winning Arizona Lottery Ticket

Circle K is suing an employee for trying to buy an unclaimed winning lottery ticket from one of its stores.

Circle K store
Circle K


Summary of What Happened at an Arizona Circle K with the Lottery Tickets


Here's what happened:

A Circle K manager noticed that a winning Arizona Lottery ticket was lying around the store, and he bought it “as a customer” after he found out it had the winning numbers. His employer — Circle K — wants to keep all $12.8 million , which would be the fourth-largest jackpot won in Arizona since 2019.

The Full Details of the Circle K Story


Here’s what happened in Maricopa County, according to 12News:

A customer entered the Circle K at 5601 E. Bell Road in Scottsdale, Arizona, on November 24, 2025, and asked for lottery tickets to be printed.

The store manager, Robert Gawlitza, printed $85 worth of tickets; however, the customer only paid for $60 worth of the tickets, leaving the remaining $25 worth of tickets on the counter “available for sale” at the convenience store.

That night, the Arizona Lottery announced the winning numbers, and these tickets were still sitting in the store.

On the morning of November 25, 2025, Gawlitza noticed that one of the tickets had the winning numbers of 3, 13, 14, 15, 19, and 26, meaning that it was worth a winning cash payout of $12.6 million.

He then “clocked out” as an employee of Circle K and purchased the abandoned lottery tickets from another Circle K employee.

After the sale, Circle K management “was alerted to the winning ticket,” and the company requested that the winning ticket be kept in the head office for safekeeping until a judge decides who the rightful owner of the ticket is.

The winner of the ticket must claim the cash prize by May 23, 2026.

Reader PollWho do you think should be entitled to the winning lottery ticket?


Sources

Simchuk, Kyle. “Lawsuit: Circle K employee buys lottery ticket worth millions the day after the drawing.” 12news.com. 20 Feb. 2026.

Walcott, Escher. “Arizona Store Clerk Sued for Trying to Cash in $12.8 Million Lottery Ticket Left Behind by a Customer.” People.com. 22 Feb. 2026.

*****

Opinion Editorial:

Here is a thought of why Gawlitza should be able to keep the winning lottery ticket and claim the winnings.

The manager should be allowed to keep the $12.8 million winning ticket because the purchase was made as a private individual, not as a representative of Circle K. If he had clocked out and completed the transaction using his own money, then the ticket was a personal purchase, just like any other customer buying a ticket from the Arizona Lottery. Employment at a store does not automatically transfer ownership of personal property to the employer, especially when the employee followed standard purchasing procedures and paid with personal funds. Denying him the prize would set a troubling precedent suggesting that workers lose basic individual rights simply because of where they work. A lottery is based on chance, and if the ticket was legally purchased, fairness and common sense support allowing the manager — not the corporation — to claim the winnings.


Monday, February 23, 2026

See Examples of DQ Coupons in Mail Flyer that Give Big Savings and Great Deals & Expire in March 2026

 Have you ever been in the mood to treat yourself to a DQ (Dairy Queen) blizzard?

DQ Logo on wall
DQ sign

Dairy Queen (DQ) has both Sweet and Savory Menu Items

There’s nothing quite like the classic taste of Dairy Queen (DQ). From the first spoonful of a thick, creamy BLIZZARD® Treat packed with cookie pieces and candy mix-ins, to the satisfying crunch of golden chicken strips paired with crisp fries and a refreshing drink, DQ delivers comfort food and indulgent desserts in every bite. Their soft-serve is famously smooth and rich, whether it’s swirled into a cone, blended into a shake, or layered into a Cupfection. Even their Signature Stackburgers are juicy and flavorful, making DQ a place where you can enjoy both savory meals and sweet treats all in one stop. It’s the kind of food that feels nostalgic, satisfying, and consistently delicious.

DQ Coupons Save Money on Menu Favorites

Using DQ coupons makes enjoying these favorites even better because you get the same great taste at a lower price. The coupons you shared include valuable deals like $3 off any purchase of $15 or more, $2 off any Signature Stackburger combo, and $3 off a 6-piece Chicken Strip Basket with drink, which can significantly reduce the total cost of a family meal. On the dessert side, offers like $1 off any size BLIZZARD® Treat, $1.99 BLIZZARD® with purchase, 2 small shakes for $5, $1 off a dipped cone, and $3.99 Cupfection make it easy to treat yourself without overspending. There’s even $3 off any DQ cake (8" or larger), perfect for birthdays or celebrations. By stacking your visit around these coupons before they expire, you can stretch your budget while still enjoying everything DQ has to offer — turning a simple stop into a smart and satisfying deal.

An example of the coupon pages below.

DQ Coupons
DQ Coupon page
The coupons have fine print that reads:

"Offer expires 3/17/26"

"Valid in-story only. Limit one per customers. Not valid with other offers. Void if altered, sold, duplicated, or where restricted by law. No cash value. Plus tax if applicable. OREO is a trademark of Mondelez International group, used under license."
DQ coupons printable
DQ Coupon page 2



Friday, February 20, 2026

Ruby Tuesday Sends Printable BOGO Coupon in February 2026: 'Buy One Adult Entree and Get a Second Entree Free'

 Ruby Tuesday So Connected has sent out another great coupon and it's sure to get us excited to eat there. The discount will be taken off the lower priced entree. This buy one get one free printable coupon is only valid through Thursday, February 19th, 2026.

BOGO Ruby Tuesday
Ruby Tuesday Buy One Get One Free coupon

Are You A Fan of Ruby Tuesday Coupons?

If you are as big of Ruby Tuesday as I am, then you will want to sign up on their website for coupons emailed to you from the 'So Connected' email club.

Sit down restaurants can be very good, depending on your location, and what makes eating there even better is when you have a BOGO Ruby Tuesday coupon.

Save Money with Ruby Tuesday BOGO Coupon


Using a buy-one-get-one (BOGOprintable coupon from Ruby Tuesday is a smart and simple way to stretch your dining budget without sacrificing a sit-down restaurant experience. A BOGO deal instantly cuts the cost of entrées in half, making it ideal for date nights, family dinners, or meeting friends while keeping spending under control. Instead of turning to fast food to save money, you can enjoy a full-service meal — including Ruby Tuesday’s fresh Garden Bar and made-to-order burgers, steaks, and seafood — at a significantly reduced price. Over time, consistently using promotions like this can add up to meaningful savings, especially if you dine out regularly. It’s an easy way to enjoy a restaurant atmosphere, quality food, and good company while being financially intentional.

Ruby Tuesday Email Subscribers Received a Special Coupon Code

Those on Ruby Tuesday's SoConnected email list received an email (seen in the picture above) stating: "Dinner Just Got Better-And Cheaper!"

Each email subscriber can then click the "Claim Your Code" button and then get a unique code, allowing them to redeem this special deal at a Ruby Tuesday restaurant. The coupon provided is printable, or you can show the coupon to your server from your phone so they can get the unique code.

An example of that coupon is seen below:

Ruby Tuesday coupon code
Coupon code

This coupon code seen above is only good for 1 use, so first come first serve.

Would you say that this Ruby Tuesday coupon is a good deal?

Anyone can join the Ruby Tuesday SoConnected club and get coupons delivered to your email inbox.

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Google Agreed to Pay $68 Million in Class Action Settlement Over Google Assistant Privacy Violation, Pending Approval

Google has agreed to pay $68 million in a lawsuit settlement that claims that the Google assistant was recording private conversations illegally on smartphones, so that they could better target the smartphone owner with ads. It recorded private conversations without being alerted with the activation phrase, "Hey Google."

$68 Million google settlement
Google agreed to pay $68 million in a settlement

Google Will Pay Out $68 Million Over Privacy Lawsuit involving Assistant

Google has agreed to pay out a total of $68 million USD to smartphone users that had voice-activated Google assistant and their privacy was violated when it recorded users for targeted ads without the activation words, "Hey Google."

Reuters reported that U.S. District Judge Beth Labson Freeman must approve the class action settlement that was filed 23 January, 2026, and therefore is in "pending approval" status.

According to Reuters, "users objected to receiving ads after Google Assistant misperceived what they said in hot words, known as 'false accepts.'"

Google has settled without acknowledging wrongdoing. this is to avoid cost, risk, and uncertainty of litigation, according to court papers. Those affected and subject to "false accepts" since May 18, 2016, are covered or "eligible" class action members of this settlement. Eligible users may file claims for up to 3 devices.

Out of the $68 million, the lawyers for plaintiffs "may seek up to one-third of the fund, or about $22.7 million" for their legal fees.

Do you suspect that Google Assistant on your smartphone recorded any of your private conversations in order to target you with ads?


Tampa Bay News: Google Agrees to Pay $68 Million in Privacy Lawsuit 

Sources:

Stempel, Jonathan. "Google settles Google Assistant privacy lawsuit for $68 million." Reuters.com. 26 January 2026.

Tampa Bay News. "Google Agrees to Pay $68 Million in Privacy Lawsuit Settlement." 27 January 2026.


Sunday, January 25, 2026

Austrian Cow Given a Deck Broom Scratches Her Own Back, Making 'The First Documented Case of Cattle Using Tools'

In Austria, there is a cow that figured out she can scratch her own back after she was given a broom. Researchers studied the cow and confirmed the use of a tool after 70 trials.

Cow Scratching Back with broom
Veronika the Austrian cow scratching her back with a broom

One cow no longer needs to wait for its human owner to give it a good back scratch. In fact, she has been improving her technique for at least nine years.

Austrian Cow Can Scratch Her Own Back with a Deck Broom


Meet Veronika, a 13-year-old Swiss brown cow in Austria that knows how to pick up a broom and use it to scratch her own back, making her a very intelligent cow.

According to Smithsonian Magazine, Veronika is the "first documented case of cattle using tools like humans."

Her owner, Witgar, says that Veronika has been doing this for at least nine years now, and it first started out with tree branches. She has also figured out how to use different parts of the broom depending on the location and severity of any given itch. 

Scientists Studied Veronika Using a Tool for 70 Trials & Published the Findings


Antonio Osuna-Mascaró and Alice Auersperg, two scientists from the University of Veterinary Medicine in Vienna studied Veronika, noting that the cow chose when to switch between the broom handle and the bristles on the head of the broom, depending on the area it was trying to scratch.

When the scientists first heard about Veronika, they wanted to come see it for themselves and in fact studied Veronika over 70 trials. They were able to confirm that Veronika, the cow, was intentionally using a broom to achieve a specific goal. Their findings were published in the journal, Current Biology, on January 19, 2026.

Osuna-Mascaró said that "Veronika is very friendly" and "has a close bond with Witgar...not only does Witgar prepare and sell bread, he also distributes it around the area. It was interesting to see Veronika watching every passing car with interest and trying to guess if the driver was Witgar...if she thought it was him, she would 'Moo' with all her might."

Osuna-Mascaró said this:
"There are about 1.5 billion cows and bulls in the world, and we are only now starting to recognize that they are able to use tools."
cow using tool
Quote from researcher on cows using tools
He also said:
"Perhaps the real absurdity lies not in imagining a tool-using cow, but in assuming such a thing could never exist." -Antonio Osuna-Mascaró

VIDEO: Inside Edition "Cow Uses Broom To Scratch Her Own Back in Austria"


Inside Edition posted the video story (seen below) about Veronika using a broom to scratch her own back.


VIDEO: "Flexible use of a multi-purpose tool by a cow"

The next video was published by the scientists Antonio Osuna-Mascaró and Alice Auersperg.


Video Credit: Antonio Osuna-Mascaró and Alice Auersperg



Sources

Current Biology. "Flexible use of a multi-purpose tool by a cow." 19 January 2026.

Friday, January 23, 2026

Well Known Videographer Records Dorito Shaped Aircraft Flying at Area 51 Military Base

Anders Otteson recorded a triangular-shaped aircraft flying over Area 51 in Nevada on January 14, 2026 after recording a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber earlier the same night.

Dorito shaped aircraft seen over Nevada desert

It's one thing to think that you are seeing things. It's another thing to know that you just recorded something that the world needs to see, even if it is at a limited resolution over a military base.

Triangular "Dorito-shaped" Aircraft Filmed over Area 51

Anders Otteson, known for his YouTube Channel, Uncanny Expeditions, recorded a strange, triangular-shaped aircraft flying over Area 51 in the same night he recorded a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber. He notes that the aircraft he saw has a "flatter trailing edge" with "no visible wings" and a "jagged rear section." 

The New York Post reported about the incident, which Otteson filmed around 3 a.m. on January 14, 2026. He said the triangular sighting reminded him of similar "Dorito shaped" aircraft spotted over Southern California. 

Was it a classified aircraft that the U.S. owns, or was it of otherworldly origins?

Excellent question. Otteson said:

"Are we looking at a classified test flight or run-of-the-mill training sortie? I certainly think we have something interesting here."

On January 15, Otteson connected with UFO researcher Joerg Amu, who shared scanner audio from the B-2 bomber flight hours earlier at the military base, and it seemed highly unusual with all of the interesting lingo being tossed around.

Some of the strange terms heard in the recorded audio included: 

  • "Imperial with garlic"
  • "Pretzel snack"
  • "Fridge hydrate"
  • "Profile Michelob" 

VIDEO: Unusual Activity in the Sky at AREA 51

The YouTuber's video capturing the triangular aircraft can be seen below:


What would you do if you captured footage of a UAP or UFO?

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Ireland's The Business Post Reports that Coca-Cola Transferred 4.4 Billion Euros from Ireland to the Cayman Islands to 'Pay Dividends,' with Less U.S. Taxes Paid

The Business Post has reported new details on Coca-Cola's evasive tax strategy paying €4.4 billion in dividends to a Cayman Islands entity, already scrutinized by U.S. Tax Court, which indicated that Coca-Cola owes around $6 billion in back taxes and interest. 

Coca-Cola
Money Sent to Cayman Islands

The IRS is Investigating Coca-Cola's Offshore Tax Strategy

The Business Post reported that a significant amount dividends was paid to an entity in the Cayman Islands, and these dividends were paid from its Irish office - an office being scrutinized by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS). According to the article, the IRS is "probing whether Coca-Cola had moved profits from its U.S. tax base and allocated it to its Irish Operation, which then paid the money to the Cayman Islands, an offshore entity.

Yahoo! Finance reported that U.S. Tax Court found that Coca-Cola has hidden "astronomical levels" of profits in low-tax jurisdictions - one of which being Ireland - and that Coca-Cola owes the IRS about $6 billion USD. The other subsidiary named was it's Brazil subsidiary, which together could result in a combined $16 billion owed to the U.S.

Yahoo! Finance reported:

"The Irish subsidiary's tax rate tells a striking story. Back in 2017, the company paid a mere 1.32% on what it earned from operations. That rate rose to 7.88% by 2023 but fell again to 5.87% last year after the company claimed over 239 million euros ($280 million) in tax relief." -Leslie Sattler of Yahoo! Finance


Per the Business Post article, this is not the first time Coca-Cola's Irish subsidiary has been involved in a tax dispute with the U.S. 

The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has been disputing Coca-Cola’s transfer pricing arrangements involving its Irish operation going back at least to the mid-2010s, with formal litigation and major rulings tied to profit allocations for tax years as early as 2007–2009. The IRS designated the case for litigation in 2015, kick-starting a long-running dispute over whether profits were artificially shifted offshore to subsidiaries in low-tax jurisdictions, including Ireland.

Reported by The Irish Times:

A U.S. Tax Court judgment from 2020 highlighted that Coca-Cola had manipulated profit allocations to its Irish unit—among others—leading to an extremely low effective tax rate and prompting orders for billions in back taxes and interest. This has been part of a long-running tax fight covering roughly a decade and continuing into appeals and related scrutiny. 

CFO: "The Company is Confident"

Chief Financial Officer John Murphy said the company is confident.

"We have outside counsel who have, each quarter, continued to evaluate the case on the facts that are available to them, and they continue to offer an opinion that gives us a greater-than-not chance of prevailing," he said.

Should Companies Like Coca-Cola Pay a Flat 15% Global Minimum Tax Rate?

To make things fair across the board, some believe that a global minimum tax rate should be instituted for all international companies. That way, large corporations could not have an option to evade taxes by moving revenues to overseas operations or offshore entities.

Yahoo! Finance also reported:

"What's being done about corporate tax avoidance?

More than 140 countries have agreed to a 15% global minimum corporate tax through the OECD, an effort meant to close loopholes that let companies shift profits to havens.

Meanwhile, the U.S. continues pursuing its case against Coca-Cola, with the company fighting the ruling on appeal."

Friday, January 09, 2026

How Eligible Amazon Prime Customers can Claim Money from the $2.5 Billion Amazon Settlement

Amazon allegedly "enrolled tens of millions of customers in Amazon Prime subscriptions without their knowledge or consent," and "made it difficult for customers to cancel their Amazon Prime subscriptions." As a result, Amazon agreed to pay out $2.5 billion to eligible Amazon Prime customers.


Eligible Amazon Prime Customers: What You Can Expect

According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Amazon began sending claim notices to eligible Amazon Prime customers in January 2026.

Amazon is required to pay out $1.5 billion for refunds to customers that were affected by its "unlawful" Amazon Prime enrollment and cancellation practices and is also required to pay $1 billion civic penalty and stop the unlawful enrollment and cancellation practices (Source: FTC).

Requirements to Get a Refund from the Amazon Prime Settlement

Eligible Amazon Prime customers can receive up to $51.00 USD under the settlement agreement.

Here are the requirements to be eligible:

1. You are an Amazon Prime customer in the United States.

2. You signed up for Amazon Prime subscription through a "challenged enrollment flow" or tried to cancel through the online cancellation flow but were unable to do so between June 23, 2019 and June 23, 2025.

3. You used no more than (3) Amazon Prime benefits (including Prime Music or Prime Video products offered for free to Prime subscribers) in any 12-month period following Amazon Prime enrollment.

In January 2026, Amazon began sending claim notices to eligible Amazon Prime customers who did not receive an automatic refund from November 2025 to December 2025. The claim notice provides instructions on how to file a claim.

It is important to understand that the FTC will not ask or be involved with your refund, and if someone claiming to be from the FTC contacts you, this is likely a scammer.

If you are eligible, you will receive a claim form by mail or email.

On the claim form, the eligible Amazon Prime customer selects the method of how they would like their refund. It can be by check, PayPal or Venmo.

Wednesday, January 07, 2026

Joybird Owned by La-Z-Boy Agreed to Pay 7.15 Million in Class Action Lawsuit Settlement

A consumer filed a class action lawsuit in federal court in California, claiming that La-Z-Boy discounts are falsely advertised on its website joybird.com. In the lawsuit, the plaintiff alleges that the original prices being shown on the website are "false reference prices that no consumer pays." 

7.15 Settlement Joybird

A Class Action Lawsuit was Filed Against La-Z-Boy 


Plaintiff Jeffrey Jacobs filed a class action lawsuit against La-Z-Boy - which owns joybird.com - after claiming in the lawsuit that "original" prices are being "falsely advertised" on the website, and that "no consumer pays these original prices."

This class action lawsuit is Jacobs v. La-Z-Boy Inc., Case No. 2:24-cv-04446 in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. Jeffrey Jacobs is represented by Todd D. Carpenter, Scott G. Braden and James B. Drimmer of Lynch Carpenter LLP.

Jacob states in the lawsuit, The resulting artificial price disparity misleads consumers into believing the product they are buying has a higher market value, and it induces them into purchasing the product,” the La-Z-Boy class action says. “This practice artificially inflates the market price for these products by raising consumers’ internal reference price and in turn the perceived value consumers ascribe to these products.”

According to TopClassActions.com, the La-Z-Boy discounts are a violation of the California Unfair Competition Law, California's False Advertising Law, and California's Consumer Legal Remedies Act.

The class action lawsuit is asking for damages and restitution from La-Z-Boy's falsely earned profits, and injunctive relief against La-Z-Boy.

Jacob also states:
“This deceptive marketing practice gave consumers the false impression that the products were regularly sold on the market for a substantially higher price than they actually were; therefore, leading to the false impression that the products sold at joybird.com and Joybird retail stores were worth more than they actually were.”

La-Z-Boy Agreed to Pay $7.15 Million to Eligible Consumers


Joybird, (owned by La-Z-Boy) agreed to a $7.15 million class action lawsuit settlement to resolve these claims. The settlement benefits consumers in the states California, Oregon, and Washington who purchased one or more La-Z-Boy products on Joybird.com or at a physical Joybird store location at a sale price between December 18, 2019 and October 31, 2025.

Eligible class members can receive a $115 benefit that can be redeemed as either a cash payment or a store credit voucher. Those that choose the store credit voucher must redeem the voucher within two years after distribution. The voucher can be redeemed online or in-store.

The deadline for exclusion and objection is February 13, 2026.

How to Sign up for the Joybird Class Action Lawsuit Settlement


How do I sign up for the Joybird La-Z-Boy class action settlement online?

The website with the claim form is found here. A screenshot of that website is seen below. A claim number and PIN will be required to log in, which you should have received by mail or e-mail.

Joybird Settlement
Joybird Settlement website - https://jacobslazyboyjoybird.claims-administrator.com/



Are you eligible for the La-Z-Boy class action lawsuit settlement?