The FTC Announces that the Court has ordered $280 million from Dish Network, largest ever Do Not Call Penalty

The FTC Announces that the Court has ordered $280 million from Dish Network, largest ever Do Not Call Penalty

Last week, the FTC announced the recent landmark legal case against Dish Network which represents a significant victory for consumer protection. After eight years of legal battles involving the Department of Justice, the FTC, and several state Attorneys General, Dish Network was ordered to pay a $280 million civil penalty. This penalty underscores the seriousness of adhering to telemarketing regulations, specifically the Do Not Call Registry. The lawsuit revealed that Dish Network and its affiliated retailers made over 66 million unlawful telemarketing calls, violating multiple provisions of the FTC’s Telemarketing Sales Rule and other state laws. Despite Dish Network's defense in court, the federal judge held them accountable not only for their direct actions but also for the actions of their authorized retailers.

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