CATrends: Fake Discounts on Fitness Products
When the sale price is the regular price.
Information about federal false advertising class actions filed around the country. Please note, our list is neither comprehensive nor reflective of TINA.org’s opinion.
When the sale price is the regular price.
Consumers balk at hidden junk fees.
Lawsuits target misleading subject lines.
Allegations: Misrepresenting that vehicles are safe when the braking systems may excessively wear and completely fail due to a defect
Allegations: Misrepresenting that vehicles are equipped with eight speakers and high-definition (HD) radio when they are actually equipped with six speakers and standard radio
Allegations: Falsely marketing products as natural
Allegations: Misleadingly using the phrase “SD BULLION The Lowest Price. Period.” in marketing materials when the prices are often higher than competitors’ prices
Allegations: Falsely marketing pricing discounts
Allegations: Representing that products are suitable car seats without disclosing that they cause children to sit in a position that may result in discomfort, difficulty breathing and positional asphyxiation
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products are addictive
Allegations: Products have less storage space than advertised
Allegations: Falsely advertising discounts off of artificially inflated reference prices and as available for a limited time
Allegations: Falsely advertising discounts