FAQ on Safe Harbor Marinas Class Action Lawsuit Over Deceptive Charges
Summary
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Safe Harbor Marinas, LLC for alleged deceptive practices, including unauthorized charges and a 'cash for splash' policy, affecting yacht owners nationwide.
What is the lawsuit against Safe Harbor Marinas about?
The lawsuit alleges that Safe Harbor Marinas engaged in deceptive practices, including adding unauthorized charges to customer invoices and enforcing a ‘cash for splash’ policy that requires full payment before a vessel can leave the marina.
Who is involved in the lawsuit?
The lawsuit is filed by Kelley | Uustal, along with co-counsel, on behalf of Miami Charter Yacht, LLC and affected customers nationwide against Safe Harbor Marinas, LLC and SHM Charleston Boatyard, LLC.
What are the claims in the lawsuit?
The lawsuit includes claims for breach of contract, breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing, unjust enrichment, and violation of South Carolina’s Unfair Trade Practices Act.
How does Safe Harbor Marinas’ alleged ‘cash for splash’ policy affect customers?
The ‘cash for splash’ policy allegedly forces customers to pay in full before their vessel can leave the marina, adding financial pressure on top of the unauthorized charges.
Where was the lawsuit filed?
The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina Charleston Division.
What does the lawsuit seek to achieve?
The lawsuit seeks damages, restitution, and injunctive relief for affected boat owners nationwide, aiming to address the alleged overbilling scheme.
Who might be affected by this lawsuit?
Yacht owners who have used Safe Harbor Marinas’ services and may have been subjected to unauthorized charges or the ‘cash for splash’ policy could be affected and entitled to relief.
How can affected individuals get more information or join the lawsuit?
Affected individuals can contact Kelley | Uustal at (954) 522-6601 or visit their website at https://kelleyuustal.com/ for more information.
What is the significance of this lawsuit?
This lawsuit highlights alleged systemic issues in Safe Harbor Marinas’ billing practices, potentially affecting thousands of customers across its 138 marinas in 24 states, and seeks to hold the company accountable.
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