The settlement prohibits Lowe’s from advertising a price then charging a higher price at the point of sale

LOS ANGELES — Lowe’s, a national home improvement and hardware retailer with 110 stores in California, has been ordered by the Court to pay $1 million to resolve a civil lawsuit alleging the company charged prices higher than the lowest advertised or posted price and falsely advertised accurate prices for products.

“This settlement protects shoppers, ensures fair pricing at checkout, but equally important, holds retailers accountable for illegal business practices,” Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman said. “Thanks to our Consumer Protection Division, particularly Deputy District Attorney Louis Morin who handled the case, and our partner district attorney’s

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