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Spectrum Hidden Broadcast TV Surcharge Lawsuit: Subscriber Claims
Kentucky Spectrum subscribers charged the Broadcast TV Surcharge are covered by a lawsuit calling it a hidden price increase. Follow the case.
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- Must be a Kentucky resident who subscribed to Spectrum’s television services and was charged the “Broadcast TV Surcharge.”
Case overview
What is the Spectrum case about?
A Kentucky federal lawsuit accuses Charter Communications, which operates Spectrum Cable, of misleading customers about the true cost of their service. According to the complaint filed by Richard Wookey, Spectrum advertises attractive low rates but then tacks on a 'Broadcast TV Surcharge' that resembles a government-mandated fee. The lawsuit claims this surcharge is really just a disguised price hike buried in the fine print, leading customers to pay more than they were led to expect. Wookey is seeking to represent all similarly affected customers across the country and alleges Spectrum's practices amount to breach of contract, unjust enrichment, and violations of consumer protection laws.
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- Listing verificationLast checked Sep 26, 2026
