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ADT Security Services might have sold to consumers analog-based home security systems knowing and concealing from consumers the fact that the systems would become obsolete in February, 2008.
Investigation Source (Case #07-cv-80950)
- Nationwide
Investigation Scope
Category Information
Investigation Topics
- Defective Product or Service
- Misrepresentation
Product or Service
- Home Security Systems
Injury Type
- Monetary Loss
Investigation Details
Investigation and pending class action against ADT Security Services, Inc. as a result of ADT selling analog-based alarm system equipment to consumers despite knowing since August 2002 that the equipment would fail in February 2008. It is alleged that ADT made the corporate decision to conceal this information from unsuspecting consumers at the time of purchase, and then subsequently charge them for digital upgrades so that they would continue to have the benefits of the security system after February 2008.
Defendant Details
| Name (Stock Symbol) | Brief Description |
|---|---|
| ADT Security Services | ADT Security provides electronic security systems and services. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tyco (NYSE: TYC). |