Telecom Retention Upsells Convert to Undisclosed Full-Price Charges
A customer accepted a discounted device and line upgrade offered during a retention call, but was subsequently billed nearly double the promised monthly rate. Months of calls, chats, and an in-person visit failed to resolve the discrepancy, leaving the customer feeling misled by the original offer terms.
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