Criminal,
Consumer Law
Feb. 5, 2025
LA city attorney charges Blueground, individuals with wildfire price gouging
LA city attorney targets Blueground US Inc. and two individuals, accusing them of price gouging after the wildfires, alleging price hikes over 50%. Legal actions include criminal and civil complaints to curb exploitation during the emergency.
The Los Angeles City Attorney's office announced criminal and civil actions Tuesday against two individuals and a business, accusing them of price gouging following the January wildfires that displaced thousands.
Blueground US Inc., which offers short-term, fully furnished rentals, is accused of raising the advertised price of its housing more than 10% and in some cases over 50% above prices that were advertised days before the fires. Blueground has about 200 properties availa...
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