Rhode Island drivers who paid parking charges that looked more official than they were may soon get some of that money back.
Under a $1.35 million settlement, consumers could receive refunds after officials accused a parking operator of using undisclosed charges and deceptive ticket notices that led people to pay fees they should not have owed.
What happened?
According to WJAR, a $1.35 million agreement announced by Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha settles consumer protection claims involving parking management company UPP Global. State officials said the allegations focused on unfair and deceptive practices tied to the company’s pricing and ticketing.
Officials said the attorney general’s office, in 2024, accused UPP Global of not clearly revealing the true cost of parking and of tacking on fees described as sales tax…