On 3/30/08 I answered an internet ad from GNS for a product called Slim Seduction. It is supposed to help reduce fat and cellulite in the body. Supposedly I could get a "free" 21 day trial just by paying postage. Buyer beware! This free 21 day trial cost me $213.77!
After entering my debit card information the website took me through many screens offering me this or that. Before I knew it they had me for $213.77. Immediately I backed up and tried to remove the debit card info. Too late. I disconnected from the internet and immediately called the company. I asked the cust svc rep to cancel my order. She informed me that GNS does not accept cancellations, and that I must accept the order. Further, I may or may not have been enrolled in an automatic shipment plan and will be billed the same amount monthly - I am not allowed to cancel it.
At this point I drove down to my bank and cancelled my debit card. Unfortunately for me, GNS already had placed a hold on the $213.77.
Today (4/1/08) the mailman knocked on my door and asked me to sign for the package from GNS. I haven't refused it yet, but I also haven't accepted it. GNS puts a notice right on the address label stating that they do not accept returned or refused packages.
My local post office said if GNS refuses to accept the returned package it will end up in the dead mail file and eventually be thrown away.
GNS carries the BBB logo and even sells at auction on e-bay.
At this point I have filed complaints with both the Better Business Bureau, and the Unites States Postal Inspectors. Both will investigate and see what if any applicable charges should be filed against GNS. After speaking with the Post Office Mail Fraud Dept, it appears likely GNS is guilty of mail fraud at least. I intend to prosecute to the maximum extent of the law. If GNS continues to charge me $213.77 a month, they will bankrupt me.
I strongly encourage everyone who has been cheated by this company to file complaints with the Post Office Inspectors, Better Business Bureau, Colorado Attorney General, etc.
If GNS does not return my entire $213.77 I am going to speak to a lawyer about filing a class action law suit. Should a class action lawsuit be filed, I will post it here (if this site allows such posts) as well as advertize it on the internet so that everyone who has been cheated by GNS will have the opportunity to get their money back.
I will never answer any ad, or purchase anything on the internet from an unknown company EVER again. Buyer beware. We all know it, but I will say it again - if it sounds too good to be true it probably is.
GNS is a thief and a liar at BEST and possibly guilty of mail fraud, public deception, and whatever charges the BBB, Post Office, and if necessary, a lawyer, find against them. Do not trust this company.
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