Consumer Advocates v. Echostar Satellite Corp.

Opinion

ARMSTRONG, J.

SUMMARY

This case was brought under the Consumers Legal Remedies Act (CLRA), the False Advertising Act, and the unfair competition law (UCL). The allegations are that defendants, who provide satellite television service, made the following false or misleading statements in their brochure: that the system provided “crystal clear digital video,” “CD-quality” audio, and an on-screen program guide which would allow a consumer to view the schedule “up to 7 days in advance,” and that 50 channels would be provided.

Under the CLRA, plaintiffs alleged that defendants violated Civil…