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JennAir Double Wall Ovens

Allegations: Marketing the brand as “a premier high-end kitchen appliance brand” and its appliances as “durable” and “exceptional” when a defect causes ovens to become inoperable after a few years

EcoShield Pest Extermination Subscriptions

Class Action

EcoShield Pest Extermination Subscriptions

Allegations: Failing to adequately disclose the terms of subscriptions, including that subscriptions automatically renew and consumers who cancel subscriptions are charged a cancellation fee

Discounts on Frontgate

Class Action

Discounts on Frontgate

Allegations: Falsely advertising discounts off of artificially inflated reference prices and as available for a limited time

Igloo Products

Class Action

Igloo Products

Allegations: Falsely marketing coolers as biodegradable and “Made in the USA”

Renewal By Andersen’s Discounts

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Renewal By Andersen’s Discounts

Allegations: Falsely marketing discounts off of artificially inflated reference prices and as available for a limited time

SimpliSafe

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SimpliSafe

Allegations: Falsely advertising discounts off of artificially inflated reference prices and as available for a limited time

Shein

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Shein

Allegations: Failing to adequately disclose that social media influencers are compensated for endorsements

Ziploc Bags and Containers

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Ziploc Bags and Containers

Allegations: Falsely marketing products as “Microwave Safe” and suitable for use in freezers

CATrends: Made in USA Claims

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CATrends: Made in USA Claims

Lawsuits challenge American-made claims.

Enerco’s DeWalt Propane Heaters

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Enerco’s DeWalt Propane Heaters

Allegations: Marketing products as safe when they can overheat and catch fire due to a defect

Rubbermaid TakeAlongs Food Storage Containers

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Rubbermaid TakeAlongs Food Storage Containers

Allegations: Falsely marketing products as “Microwave Safe,” “Microwave Reheatable,” and “Freezer Safe”

WinCup Cups, Bowls, and Lids

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WinCup Cups, Bowls, and Lids

Allegations: Falsely marketing products as recyclable

Greystar Rental Units

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Greystar Rental Units

Allegations: Failing to include several mandatory monthly fees in advertised prices

MyLowe’s Rewards Free Shipping

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MyLowe’s Rewards Free Shipping

TINA.org hammers out the fine print details of this advertised member perk.

Houzz Pro and Houzz Essential

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Houzz Pro and Houzz Essential

Allegations: Failing to adequately disclose that consumers who sign up for free trials will automatically be enrolled in and charged for 12-month subscriptions

Beautyrest Sheets

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Beautyrest Sheets

Allegations: Falsely representing that products have a higher thread count than they actually do

Reynolds Wrap Foil

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Reynolds Wrap Foil

Allegations: Misleadingly marketing foil as “Made in U.S.A.”

TINA.org Finds U-Haul Using Bait-and-Switch Pricing Scheme

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TINA.org Finds U-Haul Using Bait-and-Switch Pricing Scheme

MADISON, CONN. May 6, 2025 – U-Haul is engaged in a bait-and-switch pricing scheme with its $19.95 truck rental ads, according to an investigation by consumer advocacy organization truthinadvertising.org (TINA.org).…

Sales on RugsUSA

Class Action

Sales on RugsUSA

Allegations: Falsely advertising discounts

U-Haul Needs to Pack Up Its Deceptive ‘$19.95’ Truck Ads

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U-Haul Needs to Pack Up Its Deceptive ‘$19.95’ Truck Ads

TINA.org calls on regulators to stop moving company’s bait and switch.

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JennAir Double Wall Ovens

EcoShield Pest Extermination Subscriptions

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SimpliSafe

Shein

Ziploc Bags and Containers

CATrends: Made in USA Claims

Enerco’s DeWalt Propane Heaters

Rubbermaid TakeAlongs Food Storage Containers

WinCup Cups, Bowls, and Lids

Greystar Rental Units

MyLowe’s Rewards Free Shipping

Houzz Pro and Houzz Essential

Beautyrest Sheets

Reynolds Wrap Foil

TINA.org Finds U-Haul Using Bait-and-Switch Pricing Scheme

Sales on RugsUSA

U-Haul Needs to Pack Up Its Deceptive ‘$19.95’ Truck Ads