Donut King controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2020
ACCC sued Retail Food Group and related entities over franchisee allegations
Lawsuit filed
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission sued Retail Food Group and related entities, alleging unconscionable conduct, false or misleading representations to incoming franchisees, and improper use of franchise marketing funds. Gloria Jean's, Michel's Patisserie and Donut King are among the brands associated with entities named in the proceedings; the allegations are not established as findings in the supplied report.
Company response
Denial — Retail Food Group
In its statement, RFG sought to downplay the severity of the ACCC's accusations.
Source excerpt
The ACCC is also suing RFG's related entities, including Michel's Patisserie System Pty Ltd, Brumby's Bakeries System Pty Ltd, Donut King System Pty Ltd, Jireh International Pty Ltd (Gloria Jean's Coffees), and RFGA Management.
The Retail Food Group (RFG) is accused of engaging in unconscionable conduct and making false or misleading representations, according to a Federal Court case launched by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC).
In its statement, RFG sought to downplay the severity of the ACCC's accusations.