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Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), which was formed in 1933, is a U.S. government corporation that generally focuses on guaranteeing the safety of deposits in member banks.

Product Placement

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Product Placement

Products that pop up in movies and television shows are often there for specific advertising reasons.

What Does Made in the USA Really Mean?

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What Does Made in the USA Really Mean?

When does a product truly meet the requirements for a Made in USA label?

Bait & Switch Advertising

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Bait & Switch Advertising

Advertised deals get consumers in the door but not necessarily the price or product they wanted.

Service Contracts and Extended Warranties

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Service Contracts and Extended Warranties

Is it worth it to pay extra for that extended warranty?

Who Can You Complain to at the Federal Level?

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Who Can You Complain to at the Federal Level?

A topic-by-topic list of federal agencies that deal with deceptive advertising.

Federal Trade Commission

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Federal Trade Commission

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which was created in 1914, is a federal agency that is tasked with promoting consumer protection. One of the central ways it does this is…

U.S. Department of Transportation

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U.S. Department of Transportation

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), which began operation in 1967, deals with, you guessed it, transportation.As part of that mission, the ACPD is responsible for, among other things, ensuring…

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