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Meta files reply in support of dismissing, arbitrating US lawsuit over collection of tax filer data

( April 24, 2024, 22:31 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Meta Platforms filed a reply in support of its motion to dismiss or send to arbitration a proposed class action accusing it of conspiring to scrape taxpayers’ sensitive financial information in violation of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, arguing that the companies had a routine business relationship, saying it is not liable for third parties’ alleged misuse of a standard Internet tool, saying plaintiffs lack standing. “RICO limits relief to plaintiffs who suffer harm that is both financial and concrete, and plaintiff’s allegations amount to invasion of privacy or, at most, buyer’s remorse,” Meta argued.See documents below. ...

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