Verizon Wireless sued for game show contests

The lawsuit that began in early summer against Verizon Wireless for charging customers a premium for entry into TV promotional contests has entered the courts. Beta News reports.

"The class action suit states that Verizon Wireless' 99 cent charge to enter contests related to TV shows such as "Deal or No Deal," and "Sole Survivor" via text message are tantamount to illegal gambling.

While he games were free to enter online, since nothing was given in exchange for the 99 cent text message entrance fee, the contest violated what is known as the Standard Lottery Rule."

emily | 10:23 PM | News, Buzz |
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