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You’ll Never Guess What Grubhub Was Just Caught Doing--People Are So Mad!

April 26, 2020 by Justine Schwartz
shefinds | Food
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As COVID-19 continues to threaten our daily lives and cause great economic uncertainty for many, it is not the time for price gouging.

That’s why it’s so incredible to learn that Grubhub, DoorDash, Postmates and Uber Eats are being sued over menu prices!

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Yes, that's right--before you order that food delivery today, take note.

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The delivery juggernauts were sued in Manhattan federal court on April 6 by three consumers who claim that the company's dominance in the restaurant meal delivery industry allowed them to impose undue fees on the consumer.

Meaning that you and I will ultimately pay the price for the coronavirus pandemic due to higher menu prices on the platforms.

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The class action suit said that the defendants violated U.S. antitrust law by requiring that restaurants charge delivery customers and dine-in customers the same price, while imposing “exorbitant” fees of 10% to 40% of revenue to process delivery orders.

 

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Restaurants get a rough end of the deal, too; they must make the “devil’s choice” of charging everyone higher prices as a condition of using the delivery platforms, the suit alleges.

So--what do you think? Is this a frivolous lawsuit, or the delivery companies in the wrong here?

Author:

Editorial Director

Justine Schwartz is a veteran women's lifestyle editor; she's written extensively about style & beauty tips, health advice and wedding planning. Her work has appeared in New York Magazine, Huffington Post and New York Weddings. Justine has been with SheFinds since 2010; you can reach her via email at Justine@shefinds.com.

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Healthy breakfast bowl with berries and chia seeds
Doctor discussing GLP-1 medication with patient
Soda bottles displayed in a supermarket aisle
Woman enjoying a donut at night.
Banana nice cream dessert in a bowl
Healthy seeds displayed, not pastries.
Grocery store aisle with sugar and sweeteners.
Person having a lunch meal.
Sipping spearmint tea in a cozy setting.
Variety of bread types showcased on a table.
Freshly baked goods from Costco bakery display.
Woman holding her head, expressing stress.
Woman experiencing joint pain while sitting.
Aromatic coffee with sugar being added.
Variety of fast food from Dunkin', Chick-fil-A, Starbucks.
Woman adding sugar to a steaming cup of coffee.
Tasty bagels with blueberries and butter on a wooden board.
Comparison of cooking spray and olive oil for healthy cooking.
Brazilian dish featuring rice, beans, and chicken from above.