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Consumer Class Action

A class action filed in Chicago federal court alleges Comcast opened cellphone accounts for customers without their knowledge or permission and did not safeguard their personal information, allowing thieves to buy phones and order services.

CHICAGO – A class action filed in Chicago federal court alleges Comcast opened cellphone accounts for customers without their knowledge or permission and did not safeguard their personal information, allowing thieves to buy phones and order services.

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