TINA.org Takes Action against Trademark Imposter Scam
Complaint to FTC cites violations of agency’s Impersonation Rule.
Story et al. v. Heartland Payment Systems, LLC
19-cv-724, M.D. Fla.
(March 2021)
MySchoolBucks Program
Falsely representing that the “Program Fee” is charged by schools for participating in the program when it is actually a credit and debit card surcharge charged by Heartland
Settled
(Final approval granted)
Complaint to FTC cites violations of agency’s Impersonation Rule.
TINA.org digs into shop’s purported Newport roots, and more.
TINA.org staffer gets surprise charge.
TINA.org files complaint with NYC over company’s “$19.95” truck rentals.
Lawsuit cries fowl over preservative-free claims.