[IP] Sprint early termination fees are illegal, judge rules

[David Farber <dave@farber.net>]

Who will come out ahead if the FCC takes over -- hmm want to bet   djf

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From: dave@farber.net [dave@farber.net]
Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 5:11 PM
To: David Farber
Subject: San Jose Mercury News: Sprint early termination fees are illegal, judge rules


Whether Sabraw's ruling will stand isn't clear. Experts say an appeal is likely, and the Federal Communications Commission is considering imposing a rule - backed by the wireless industry - which might decree that only federal authorities can regulate early termination fees.

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Sprint early termination fees are illegal, judge rules - By Steve Johnson
Mercury News<http://www.mercurynews.com/ci_10039461?source=email>

Californians fed up with being charged for ending their cell phone service prematurely won a major victory in a Bay Area court decision that concluded such fees violate state law.



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