Echostar / DISH Network Automated Telemarketing Calls
Federal Court Approves Class Action Settlement Against DISH Network
On January 15, 2009, the U.S. District Court approved a class action settlement between Washington consumers, represented by TBS attorney Kim D. Stephens, and EchoStar Communications Corporation, which does business through its subsidiaries under the registered trade name DISH Network. The suit alleges that DISH Network retailers unlawfully used automatic dialing and announcing devices (ADADs) to sell satellite television subscriptions and equipment to Washington residents in violation of RCW 80.36.400 et seq.
The final judgment includes an order enjoining DISH Network from further violating the statute, requiring it take certain steps to insure its retailers are in compliance, and providing for periodic reports to class counsel. The order also requires DISH Network to make a $50,000 contribution to the Legal Aid for Washington Fund (LAW Fund) to help support state-wide civil legal aid. The final judgment can be viewed here.
Case Documents Please click on a document below to download. PDF documents can be read using the free product Adobe Reader available here. Amended Complaint for Damages (Jury Demand)
February 5, 2007 - Adobe Reader Document (PDF) Defendants' Answer to Plaintiff's Amended Complaint
March 23, 2007 - Adobe Reader Document (PDF) Joint Motion for Certification of a Settlement Class and Preliminary Approval of Class Action Settlement Agreement
September 18, 2008 - Adobe Reader Document (PDF) Declaration of Kim D. Stephens In Support of Joint Motion for Certification of a Settlement Class and Preliminary Approval of Class Action Settlement Agreement
September 18, 2008 - Adobe Reader Document (PDF) Declaration of Michael Spafford In Support of Joint Motion for Certification of a Settlement Class and Preliminary Approval of Settlement Agreement
September 18, 2008 - Adobe Reader Document (PDF) Declaration of Michael F. Ram In Support of Joint Motion for Certification of a Settlement Class and Preliminary Approval of Class Action Settlement Agreement
September 18, 2008 - Adobe Reader Document (PDF) Declaration of Daniel C. Gallagher In Support of Joint Motion for Certification of a Settlement Class and Preliminary Approval of Class Action Settlement Agreement
September 18, 2008 - Adobe Reader Document (PDF) Stipulation of Settlement
October 6, 2008 - Adobe Reader Document (PDF) Amendment to Stipulation of Settlement
October 6, 2008 - Adobe Reader Document (PDF) Notice of Pendency and Settlement of Class Action
October 6, 2008 - Adobe Reader Document (PDF) Order Granting Preliminary Approval
October 6, 2008 - Adobe Reader Document (PDF) Final Judgment and Order Approving Settlement, Entering Injunction and Dismissing Case
January 14, 2009 - Adobe Reader Document (PDF) Contact Information For more information about this litigation, please contact us at contact@tousley.com.
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