@a.r.t2185: "Dollar General is being sued for overcharging shoppers millions of dollars at checkout. The Federal Trade Commission and 20 states sued the discount retailer on October 26, alleging that pricing discrepancies cost shoppers millions of dollars over several years. According to the complaint, thousands of stores charged more at checkout than the amounts shown on shelves, price tags, and advertisements. The FTC says Dollar General received tens of thousands of customer complaints about advertised prices not being honored. Regulators allege the company knew about the problem but failed to adequately correct it. The retailer operates more than 21,000 stores nationwide and promotes itself as an affordable option for everyday essentials. For shoppers budgeting tightly, the difference between a shelf price and a checkout price can make it harder to know what a basket of groceries or household supplies will actually cost. Dollar General says its goal is complete accuracy between shelf and register prices. In a statement reported by CBS News, the company said occasional discrepancies can occur and employees are instructed to correct them for customers. It also said it has strengthened its pricing procedures in recent years. The company disputed the amount of money sought during settlement discussions, saying it was far larger than a realistic estimate of pricing discrepancies. It said it had tried to resolve the matter and would defend the lawsuit vigorously. Filed in federal court in Tennessee, the case seeks a permanent injunction, monetary relief, and other remedies. These are allegations, not a court finding. The case remains pending. Learn more: "FTC and State Partners Sue Dollar General for Charging Consumers More than Advertised for Many Products." #Dollargeneral #prices #lawsuit #store #news

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