RICHMOND — Virginia lawmakers, in alignment with recent federal attempts, introduced consumer protection bills to tackle surprise tickets fees and recurring subscriptions, but only one measure passed.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The last-minute law, said co-author Sen. Bill Dodd, will ensure "restaurant customers are not shocked when they get their checks." ...

Coming this summer is a new state law that bans unadvertised service fees, surcharges and other additional costs that are added to the end of a bill for meals or delivery service. On July 1, Senate ...

Update: October 18, 2023, 5:08 p.m. Following the publication of this piece the California Attorney General’s office provided to Eater SF with a clearer picture of how service fees may be impacted by ...

If you ever opted for “cash-back” on a debit purchase at a Dollar General or Dollar Tree store, you might have been charged an unnecessary fee. According to findings from the Consumer Financial ...

In early 2024, a single issue has roiled the D.C. dining scene: service fees. The practice of tacking on extra charges — beyond stated menu prices and standard, voluntary tips — has divided restaurant ...

Those 3, 5 and 20% fees at the bottom of your menu could be here to stay. With little time to spare, a new law will allow restaurants and bars to continue charging service fees, healthcare costs and ...