Search - Truth in Advertising

CATrends: OTC Cold and Flu Meds Falsely Marketed as Nasal Decongestants

Consumer News

CATrends: OTC Cold and Flu Meds Falsely Marketed as Nasal Decongestants

An FDA panel’s recent findings has led to a flood of lawsuits.

Several Brands of Flushable Wipes

Class Action

Several Brands of Flushable Wipes

In December 2017, a class-action lawsuit was filed against several manufacturers of flushable wipes – specifically, Costco, CVS, Kimberly-Clark, Procter & Gamble, Target, Walgreens, and Walmart – for allegedly falsely…

CATrends: OTC Cold and Flu Medicines Falsely Marketed as ‘Non-Drowsy’

Consumer News

CATrends: OTC Cold and Flu Medicines Falsely Marketed as ‘Non-Drowsy’

Several products marketed as ‘non-drowsy’ contain an ingredient that causes drowsiness, lawsuits claim.

Tylenol, TheraFlu, Mucinex, and Several Store Brands of Cold and Flu Medicines

Class Action

Tylenol, TheraFlu, Mucinex, and Several Store Brands of Cold and Flu Medicines

Allegations: Falsely marketing medicines as nasal decongestants

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2016

Blog

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2016

Here’s what we accomplished in 2016 with your help.

CATrends: Rapid Release Pain Relief Medications

Consumer News

CATrends: Rapid Release Pain Relief Medications

These claims are tough to swallow.

Sudafed, Tylenol, and Other Cold and Flu Medicines

Class Action

Sudafed, Tylenol, and Other Cold and Flu Medicines

Allegations: Falsely marketing products as decongestants

April Fools: How Some Companies Prank Consumers with Common Marketing Terms

Articles

April Fools: How Some Companies Prank Consumers with Common Marketing Terms

These definitions are a joke.

Several Brands of Cold and Flu Medicines

Class Action

Several Brands of Cold and Flu Medicines

Allegations: Falsely marketing that phenylephrine products treat congestion and other cold and flu symptoms

Ovulation Test Kits

Class Action

Ovulation Test Kits

Allegations: Falsely advertising the accuracy of ovulation test kits

Loot Boxes in Fortnite and Rocket League

Class Action

Loot Boxes in Fortnite and Rocket League

Allegations: Making misleading representations in Fortnite and Rocket League

Who’s Loyal to Whom?

Blog

Who’s Loyal to Whom?

Stay alert when it comes to loyalty programs.

Body Fortress

Ad Alert

Body Fortress

This protein powder’s bark may be worse than its bite. Here’s the scoop on the advertised grams.

Oversight of Dubious Brain Supplement Products Under Scrutiny

Consumer News

Oversight of Dubious Brain Supplement Products Under Scrutiny

U.S. Senators question FDA, retailers about supplements.

TINA.org to FTC: Prevagen is Making Unsupported Memory Claims

Consumer News

TINA.org to FTC: Prevagen is Making Unsupported Memory Claims

Investigation finds no competent evidence to support memory improvement claims and FTC files a lawsuit.

FTC Complaint Filed Against Maker of Memory Supplement

Press Release

FTC Complaint Filed Against Maker of Memory Supplement

Ad Watchdog Issues Warning to Consumers MADISON, CONN. September 21, 2015 — With an aging baby-boomer population and an estimated 10 million Americans predicted to develop some form of brain…

Prevagen’s Fishy Memory Claims Under Fire by Federal Regulators

Consumer News

Prevagen’s Fishy Memory Claims Under Fire by Federal Regulators

Five things you should know about the FTC, New York lawsuit against Prevagen.

Gillette Product Origin Information

Evidence

Gillette Product Origin Information

TINA.org examined all individual products listed for sale on Gillette.com as of December 1, 2017 (a total of 72 products, not including gift packs that simply combine Gillette products) that…

Valentine’s Day Deception: Don’t Fall for These Bad Ads

Consumer News

Valentine’s Day Deception: Don’t Fall for These Bad Ads

From “Belgian” chocolates made in the U.S. to knockoff engagement rings, be wary of these roadblocks to love.

Nerve Pain Away

Ad Alert

Nerve Pain Away

Homeopathic spray becomes the first to adopt disclosure admitting lack of scientific evidence.

Popular Searches

Close Filters

Product Category

Marketing Tactic

Resource Type

Feature

Article Type

Legal Effort

Press Type

CATrends: OTC Cold and Flu Meds Falsely Marketed as Nasal Decongestants

Several Brands of Flushable Wipes

CATrends: OTC Cold and Flu Medicines Falsely Marketed as ‘Non-Drowsy’

Tylenol, TheraFlu, Mucinex, and Several Store Brands of Cold and Flu Medicines

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2016

CATrends: Rapid Release Pain Relief Medications

Sudafed, Tylenol, and Other Cold and Flu Medicines

April Fools: How Some Companies Prank Consumers with Common Marketing Terms

Several Brands of Cold and Flu Medicines

Ovulation Test Kits

Loot Boxes in Fortnite and Rocket League

Who’s Loyal to Whom?

Body Fortress

Oversight of Dubious Brain Supplement Products Under Scrutiny

TINA.org to FTC: Prevagen is Making Unsupported Memory Claims

FTC Complaint Filed Against Maker of Memory Supplement

Prevagen’s Fishy Memory Claims Under Fire by Federal Regulators

Gillette Product Origin Information

Valentine’s Day Deception: Don’t Fall for These Bad Ads

Nerve Pain Away