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.
Angi’s Happiness Guarantee
Case Name (Date)
Dotson et al. Angi Inc. d/b/a Angi’s List
23-cv-8847, C.D. Cal.
(Sept. 2023)
Product/Service
Angi’s Happiness Guarantee
Allegations
Falsely representing that Angi’s Happiness Guarantee covers up to the full purchase price and limited damage protection for its home project professional referral services when the company fails to honor the warranties
Falsely representing that contractors are screened and certified to ensure they are qualified home service professionals
Status
Pending
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