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Michigan officials are investigating reports of businesses unfairly raising prices of basic goods and services in the aftermath of last week’s tornado in Gaylord.
Michigan’s attorney general issued a warning about price gouging to pharmacies that were charging $50 and $80 for at-home COVID tests that currently retail for under $20, she said.
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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel wants Michigan residents to watch out for scammers and price-gougers will try to take advantage of vehicle owners impacted by flooding.
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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel wants Michigan residents to watch out for scammers and price-gougers will try to take advantage of homeowners and vehicle owners impacted by flooding.
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ANN ARBOR, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Attorney General has signed an agreement with Ann Arbor janitorial equipment supplier A.M. In late March, AG Dana Nessel’s office opened an investigation into the business after receiving complaints about price gouging practices. Cleaning & Supplies alleging that it had drastically increased prices of hand sanitizer, a sought-out product during the COVID-19 pandemic. On March 11, the AG’s office sent a cease and desist letter to the company. Cleaning & Supplies, L.L.C.
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LANSING, Mich. Price gouging during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has been a huge problem and Michigans Attorney General is investigating. READ: Michigan attorney general cracks down on coronavirus (COVID-19) price gougingDana Nessel is sharing a new warning with consumers and asking for their help. Price gouging has been a problem from products like masks to cleaning products and its happening all over the state. Nessel has a team in place investigating those who are working to take advantage of consumers and she wants the public to help report price gouging. READ: More Help Me Hank reportsEarlier this year, Nessels team went after big box retailer Menards for allegedly raising prices.
