It’s National Consumer Protection Week. Celebrate by Reporting a Deceptive Ad
It might just help the FTC obtain consumer refunds in a deceptive marketing case.
Toys ‘R’ Us
A class-action lawsuit was filed against Toys ‘R’ Us, Inc. in November 2012 claiming the company engaged in a bait-and-switch scheme that lured in online shoppers by offering valuable free gifts but then provided gifts of lesser value, like mini Lego Christmas trees, or nothing at all. (William Probert v. Toys “R” Us, Inc., Case No. 12-cv-07237)
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OnPassive
MLM has been saying it will launch since 2018. Distributors are “fed up.”
T-Mobile’s Cellphone Plan Prices
These prices aren’t for everybody, according to the fine print.
Simply Gum
Gum maker’s “natural” claims are referred to the FTC for review.
Truist Mailing
Be wary of mailings from banks where you do not have an account.