Getting the Real Goods on Cyber Monday Consumer News Getting the Real Goods on Cyber Monday Think you’ve found a great deal on a name brand item to give as a gift for the holidays? Be wary. Bargain hunters may find themselves searching for discounts on…
Group Challenges Rainforest Alliance Earth-Friendly Seal of Approval Consumer News Group Challenges Rainforest Alliance Earth-Friendly Seal of Approval Nonprofit says certification label appearing on such goods as Chiquita bananas misleads consumers.
TINA.org Puts Gwyneth Paltrow, DJ Khaled, Others on Its Wall of Shame Consumer News TINA.org Puts Gwyneth Paltrow, DJ Khaled, Others on Its Wall of Shame The Class of 2019 is a veritable who’s who of the wellness, hip hop and sporting world.
Ad or Not? Tom Brady and Under Armour Consumer News Ad or Not? Tom Brady and Under Armour Patriots QB steps out of bounds in his latest Instagram post.
FTC Made in USA Actions Since 1996 Consumer News FTC Made in USA Actions Since 1996 A review of the FTC’s Made in USA enforcement actions
Williams-Sonoma to Pay $1 Million to Settle Deceptive Ad Lawsuit Sparked by TINA.org Consumer News Williams-Sonoma to Pay $1 Million to Settle Deceptive Ad Lawsuit Sparked by TINA.org FTC takes action against home goods and kitchenware company for misleading made in the USA claims.
Why the FTC Needs a Made in USA Rule Consumer News Why the FTC Needs a Made in USA Rule It is clear that the FTC’s current tactics for policing made in the USA claims are not working.
CATrends: Terms That Prevent Consumers from Posting Negative Reviews Consumer News CATrends: Terms That Prevent Consumers from Posting Negative Reviews Lawsuits take aim at so-called non-disparagement clauses.
FTC Brings the Hammer Down on Digital Altitude, Aspire Consumer News FTC Brings the Hammer Down on Digital Altitude, Aspire Agency files suit against seller of digital marketing business opportunity.
Support the Troops: Is This an Ad? Consumer News Support the Troops: Is This an Ad? Heartfelt patriotism or “patriotism for profit”? Sometimes, it’s hard to tell.
Coronavirus Spawns Class-Action Lawsuits as Consumers Seek Refunds Consumer News Coronavirus Spawns Class-Action Lawsuits as Consumers Seek Refunds The pandemic has also triggered lawsuits over privacy issues with some video conferencing apps, and more.
Vemma Reaches $238 Million Settlement with FTC Consumer News Vemma Reaches $238 Million Settlement with FTC Company agrees to a ban on pyramid scheme practices to settle charges.
Oh, Christmas Tree: Pricing Mix-up Burns Consumer Consumer News Oh, Christmas Tree: Pricing Mix-up Burns Consumer “I needed to spend that money on hams, not false advertising,” says frustrated consumer.
International Law Enforcement Shuts Down Holiday Counterfeiters Consumer News International Law Enforcement Shuts Down Holiday Counterfeiters Cyber scammers focus of effort.
What You Should Know about LuLaRoe Consumer News What You Should Know about LuLaRoe Achieving financial freedom from this MLM is as hard as finding those unicorn prints.
TINA.org Warns Federal Agency about its False USA-Made Claims Consumer News TINA.org Warns Federal Agency about its False USA-Made Claims Uncle Sam gets made in the USA claims wrong.
Abortion Ad Law Facing First Amendment Challenge Consumer News Abortion Ad Law Facing First Amendment Challenge July 2013 Update: The Fourth Circuit has overturned the District Court’s permanent injunction against the City of Baltimore’s truth in advertising ordinance.
Ad or Not? Louise Linton and Luxury Labels Consumer News Ad or Not? Louise Linton and Luxury Labels Paid-for post or just conspicuous consumption?
Ad or Not? SNL & Dunkin’ Donuts Consumer News Ad or Not? SNL & Dunkin’ Donuts Funny sketch or funny ad?
Nutritionist Pushes Ban on Energy Drink Ads to Kids Consumer News Nutritionist Pushes Ban on Energy Drink Ads to Kids Online petition gaining steam as energy drink makers come under scrutiny.