TINA.org Takes Action against Trademark Imposter Scam
Complaint to FTC cites violations of agency’s Impersonation Rule.
In April 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against E.T. Browne Drug Company for allegedly falsely marketing that Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula products for stretch marks – including massage lotion, tummy butter, and massage cream – “help[] reduce the appearance of stretch marks” when, according to the complaint, scientific evidence shows the products do not provide the advertised benefits. (Booker et al v. E.T. Browne Drug Co., Inc., Case No. 20-cv-3166, S.D.N.Y.)
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.