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FTC Cracks Down on “Free Gift” Text Spam

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FTC Cracks Down on “Free Gift” Text Spam

Agency charges 29 with alleged scams.

What You Should Know about Free Bets

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What You Should Know about Free Bets

Seven terms that may apply to that enticing free bet offer.

CVS’ ‘Free’ Flu Shots

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CVS’ ‘Free’ Flu Shots

This ad hits different when you read the fine print.

Commercial-Free TV with the Hopper

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Commercial-Free TV with the Hopper

This radio ad claims that the Hopper, a DVR from DISH, allows you to watch TV commercial free. Says the ad: “Did you hear with the Hopper from DISH,…

FTC: 15 Skin Care Companies Offering ‘Bogus’ Free Trials

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FTC: 15 Skin Care Companies Offering ‘Bogus’ Free Trials

Agency obtains restraining order against skin care marketers who it alleges repeatedly charged consumers.

Puritan’s Pride’s Buy One Get One Free Promotion

Class Action

Puritan’s Pride’s Buy One Get One Free Promotion

In May 2017, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Puritan’s Pride alleging that the company misleadingly markets that customers who purchase products may obtain other products for “free” (i.e., “buy…

DirecTV’s ‘Worry-Free’ Signal Reliability

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DirecTV’s ‘Worry-Free’ Signal Reliability

When it rains it pours.

Promotions for “Free” Products at Safeway and Albertson’s Grocery Stores

Class Action

Promotions for “Free” Products at Safeway and Albertson’s Grocery Stores

Allegations: Misleading promotions for “free” products

“Ski Free” Promotion

Class Action

“Ski Free” Promotion

October 2016: A federal judge granted final approval of the settlement. June 2016: A federal judge preliminarily approved the proposed settlement. A final approval hearing is scheduled for October 25,…

Move Free Glucosamine Supplements

Class Action

Move Free Glucosamine Supplements

Allegations: Falsely advertising that Move Free provides joint health benefits when the ingredients in the supplement do not provide such benefits

Price Freeze

Class Action

Price Freeze

Allegations: Misleadingly marketing that consumers who click the “Price Freeze” button will lock in the price for a specific period of time without adequately disclosing that the freeze does not…

Stephen Ridley’s ‘Free Online Piano Masterclass’

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Stephen Ridley’s ‘Free Online Piano Masterclass’

Why this piano man may not give you the keys to success.

Amazon Prime’s Ad-Free Streaming Services

Class Action

Amazon Prime’s Ad-Free Streaming Services

Allegations: Misleadingly advertising that Amazon Prime subscriptions included “commercial-free” streaming of movies and tv shows and then later charging an additional $2.99/month for ad-free streaming services

Domino’s Free Emergency Pizza

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Domino’s Free Emergency Pizza

Getting a slice of this complimentary pie may be harder than you think.

Bob’s Discount Furniture Deceptively Markets Interest-Free Financing

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Bob’s Discount Furniture Deceptively Markets Interest-Free Financing

Ad Watchdog TINA.org Calls on State Officials to Take Action MADISON, CONN., December 2, 2014 — Consumers are being set up to fail with Bob’s Discount Furniture’s interest-free financing offers,…

H&R Block’s “Free Online” Product

Class Action

H&R Block’s “Free Online” Product

In September 2019, a class-action lawsuit was filed against H&R Block for allegedly misleadingly advertising its “Free Online” product to make taxpayers think that using the product would allow them…

Nellie’s Free Range Eggs

Class Action

Nellie’s Free Range Eggs

In March 2019, a class-action lawsuit was filed alleging that Nellie’s Free Range Eggs are falsely advertised as coming from hens that live “better lives” with room to spread out…

Orangetheory Fitness’ Free Class

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Orangetheory Fitness’ Free Class

This gym may want to work harder at being transparent about this offer.

HeySunday’s Plastic-Free, Biodegradable Claims

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HeySunday’s Plastic-Free, Biodegradable Claims

Company makes marketing changes following TINA.org inquiry.

American Airlines Free Checked Bags Program

Class Action

American Airlines Free Checked Bags Program

Allegations: Misleadingly offering certain customers free checked bags when the airline does not program the terms into its software and improperly charges customers for checked bags

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FTC Cracks Down on “Free Gift” Text Spam

What You Should Know about Free Bets

CVS’ ‘Free’ Flu Shots

Commercial-Free TV with the Hopper

FTC: 15 Skin Care Companies Offering ‘Bogus’ Free Trials

Puritan’s Pride’s Buy One Get One Free Promotion

DirecTV’s ‘Worry-Free’ Signal Reliability

Promotions for “Free” Products at Safeway and Albertson’s Grocery Stores

“Ski Free” Promotion

Move Free Glucosamine Supplements

Price Freeze

Stephen Ridley’s ‘Free Online Piano Masterclass’

Amazon Prime’s Ad-Free Streaming Services

Domino’s Free Emergency Pizza

Bob’s Discount Furniture Deceptively Markets Interest-Free Financing

H&R Block’s “Free Online” Product

Nellie’s Free Range Eggs

Orangetheory Fitness’ Free Class

HeySunday’s Plastic-Free, Biodegradable Claims

American Airlines Free Checked Bags Program