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.

Talking to Kids about Deceptive Advertising

Teach your children well, about ads.

International Law Enforcement Shuts Down Holiday Counterfeiters

Cyber scammers focus of effort.

FTC Must Stem Tide of Junk Fees Pandemic

TINA.org submits comment regarding the need for a commission rule.

Wal-Mart Labels Some Foreign-Made Products as Made in the USA

Purex Natural Elements Laundry Detergent

Oh, Christmas Tree: Pricing Mix-up Burns Consumer

“I needed to spend that money on hams, not false advertising,” says frustrated consumer.

Former FTC Economist Calls for Federal Pyramid Scheme Rule

FTC case-by-case prosecution of pyramid schemes not enough to deter them.

The Direct Selling Association on Pyramid Schemes: Truth and Truthiness

Guest blog by Peter Vander Nat and William Keep.

TINA.org Warns Federal Agency about its False USA-Made Claims

Uncle Sam gets made in the USA claims wrong.

Vemma Reaches $238 Million Settlement with FTC

Company agrees to a ban on pyramid scheme practices to settle charges.

What You Should Know about LuLaRoe

Achieving financial freedom from this MLM is as hard as finding those unicorn prints.

H.R. 3409: Protecting Pyramid Schemes, not Consumers

Former FTC economist outlines issues with new “anti-pyramid” bill.

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Allegations: Misrepresenting that consumers’ personal information will not be shared with third parties other than with financial organizations for processing orders and social media companies for marketing purposes when, in…

Yokohama Tyres FC Till I Die?

At what point do teams start selling their very name in homage of the all-mighty dollar?

Tickets on viagogo.com

Allegations: Failing to include fees in advertised prices

NHL on ESPN+

Undisclosed blackout restrictions may prevent you from watching your team.

StubHub’s Hidden Ticket Fees

Site continues to mislead consumers on its ticket prices.

Ticket Prices on Vivid Seats

Allegations: Misleadingly advertising low ticket prices without disclosing that additional service and delivery fees will be added at checkout

Nutritionist Pushes Ban on Energy Drink Ads to Kids

Online petition gaining steam as energy drink makers come under scrutiny.