TINA.org’s Year in Review 2024
Looking back at our accomplishments.
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Opinions on a variety of deceptive marketing topics.
Most Recent Posts
FTC’s Arise Case Gives Consumer Advocates a Pick-Me-Up
Some *brighter* news after the Loper Bright SCOTUS decision.
Taco Bell’s New Cantina Chicken Menu Fail
What you see may NOT be what you get.
TINA.org Supports FTC’s Ruling against Intuit’s Deceptive Advertising
Intuit should not advertise TurboTax Free Edition without making clear that most people cannot use it.
Confession: I Fell for HelloFresh’s ‘Free Breakfast’
A reminder to be careful about ad claims that may seem too good to be true.
FTC Should Ban Individual Impersonation Scams
TINA.org submits comment in support of FTC’s proposal to ban fake celebrity endorsements, romance scams and other impersonation scams.
FTC Staff Urge MLMs Not to Rely on Industry Income Disclosure Guidance
Advisory opinion letter raises “serious concerns” with self-reg group’s guidance.
What You Should Know about Used Cars and Open Recalls
It may surprise you.
When Privacy Concerns and Deceptive Marketing Issues Intersect
Why TINA.org supports FTC’s proposed changes to COPPA Rule but pushes for more.
TINA.org Continues to Support FTC Efforts to Prohibit Junk Fees
TINA.org comment showcases the ongoing need for an FTC rule.
TINA.org Files Comment in Support of Mass. AG’s Proposal to Ban Junk Fees
Federal efforts to rein in such charges have largely been unsuccessful to date.