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California Cracks Down on Goop after TINA.org Complaint

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California Cracks Down on Goop after TINA.org Complaint

Goop to pay $145,000 in penalties and cease deceptive marketing as a result of California action.

Check Out these Debt Collection Claims Before Payment

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Check Out these Debt Collection Claims Before Payment

There are laws on what collectors can say or do, as the country’s top two debt buyers recently found out.

Ad or Not? New York Magazine

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Ad or Not? New York Magazine

Hype or editorial content regarding this hyperpigmentation serum?

Sale or Not? MyPillow’s BOGO Offer

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Sale or Not? MyPillow’s BOGO Offer

Is this BOGO a no-go?

Unfair Herbalife Settlement Leaves Distributors Out in Cold

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Unfair Herbalife Settlement Leaves Distributors Out in Cold

Objections filed to settlement that gives most distributors $20 or less, while lawyers get $5.25 million and the company continues business as usual.

New Bill Calls on FTC to Take Action on Photoshopped Images

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New Bill Calls on FTC to Take Action on Photoshopped Images

Advocates worried unrealistic body images taking toll on teens.

The Natural Effect

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The Natural Effect

Advertisers use the word “natural” on labels to attract consumers–whether it means anything or not.

TINA.org Wants More Teeth in Class-Action Settlement

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TINA.org Wants More Teeth in Class-Action Settlement

Sonicare AirFloss settlement doesn’t adequately compensate consumers.

Reader Poll: Settlements Should Provide Cash

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Reader Poll: Settlements Should Provide Cash

Coupons are not the preferred choice in false ad class actions.

Pyramid Scheme? The 7 Definitive Questions to Ask

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Pyramid Scheme? The 7 Definitive Questions to Ask

Know the answers to these questions to be sure that MLM isn’t a pyramid scheme.

Five Things to Look Out for to Avoid Timeshare Scams

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Five Things to Look Out for to Avoid Timeshare Scams

FTC announces 191 actions against timeshares scams.

Got Chocolate Milk? Industry Wants to Change Definition

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Got Chocolate Milk? Industry Wants to Change Definition

Diary industry petitions FDA over sweeteners.

I’d Tap That

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I’d Tap That

Bottled water is convenient, but is it worth the cost?

Getting the Real Goods on Cyber Monday

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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…

Why is Walmart’s 13+ Roblox Game Displaying a COPPA Seal?

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Why is Walmart’s 13+ Roblox Game Displaying a COPPA Seal?

Only users who are 13 and older can enter Walmart Discovered.

5 Ad Trends to Be Wary of in 2021

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5 Ad Trends to Be Wary of in 2021

From fairwashing to fragrance, consumers have plenty to watch out for in 2021.

College Students: Don’t Fall for These Scams

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College Students: Don’t Fall for These Scams

Experts weigh in on how to avoid being a victim of these latest campus scams.

Herbalife to Restructure its Business Model in FTC Settlement

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Herbalife to Restructure its Business Model in FTC Settlement

Bringing an end to one of the most high-profile alleged pyramid scheme cases since Amway, Herbalife agreed to a $200 million settlement with the FTC that requires it to revamp…

Top Store-Brand Herbal Supplements Missing the Herb