US rent-to-own customers could get refunds in proposed $183.5m settlement

In a significant development, consumers in 43 US states will receive a total of $183.5 million in refunds and debt relief from Acima Digital, following allegations of deceptive advertising linked to rental-purchase agreements. This settlement promises automatic restitution and lease forgiveness for those affected, alongside a commitment from Acima to improve their advertising transparency, pending court approval in Pennsylvania.