CommLaw Monitor

News and analysis from Kelley Drye’s communications practice group

Does Enforcement Lurk Behind the New Wireless Industry Customer Billing Alerts?

According to FierceWireless and other news sources, the wireless industry announced this morning an agreement with the FCC and consumer groups to provide free text alerts to consumers before they exceed their plan…

FCC Completes "Mystery Fees" Investigation of Verizon Wireless Data Charges

This order stands in stark contrast to the nominal CPNI settlements, odd refund provisions and low-ball forfeiture penalties we've discussed in this blog. Today, the FCC announced an eye-popping $25 million settlement…