FTC sues Dollar General over alleged deceptive pricing overcharges

The Federal Trade Commission and 20 states have filed a lawsuit against Dollar General, alleging the retailer engaged in deceptive pricing practices. The complaint claims the company repeatedly overcharged customers and failed to address known pricing errors, causing significant financial harm to vulnerable shoppers. While the FTC seeks to hold the company accountable for these millions in alleged overcharges, Dollar General has formally disputed the claims made in the legal filing.