Costco class action lawsuit: What you need to know

Canadian Costco customers have filed a class-action lawsuit against the company, alleging that it has been overcharging customers who purchased products from its website.

The lawsuit, which was filed in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice recently by the law firm Perrier Avocats, alleges that Costco Canada operated a "scheme" to overcharge customers who used its website to purchase products. The proposed class action lawsuit estimates approximately 340,000 people are affected and could be entitled to compensation.
The lawsuit alleges that Costco Canada violated the Competition Act by engaging in misleading pricing practices. Specifically, the lawsuit alleges that Costco Canada displayed lower prices for products on its website than it actually charged customers. As a result, customers who purchased products from Costco Canada's website paid more than they would have if they had purchased the same products in-store.
The lawsuit seeks damages for the price difference between the prices displayed on Costco Canada's website and the prices actually charged to customers. The lawsuit also seeks punitive damages, as well as an injunction to prevent Costco Canada from continuing to engage in the alleged overcharging scheme.
Costco Canada has not yet filed a statement of defense in the lawsuit. The company has not commented on the allegations.
If you are a Canadian Costco customer who purchased products from the company's website, you may be eligible to join the class-action lawsuit. You can contact the law firm Perrier Avocats to learn more about the lawsuit and how to join.
The outcome of the lawsuit is uncertain. However, if the lawsuit is successful, Costco Canada could be ordered to pay damages to customers who were overcharged.
If you have any questions about the Costco class-action lawsuit, you should contact a lawyer. A lawyer can help you to determine if you are eligible to join the lawsuit and can advise you on your legal rights.