TINA.org Takes Action against Trademark Imposter Scam
Complaint to FTC cites violations of agency’s Impersonation Rule.
Brannon et al. v. Aterian, Inc.
26-cv-2381, D.N.J.
(March 2026)
PurSteam Mighty Lil and Elite Travel handheld steamers
Marketing that the brand provides safe and reliable products when its handheld steamers may cause burns due to a defect that may cause them to expel scalding water during normal use
Pending
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.