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TINA.org Reports Walmart’s Made in USA Mess to FTC

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TINA.org Reports Walmart’s Made in USA Mess to FTC

False and deceptive made in USA representations prompts action.

TINA.org Reports Meal Kit Giant HelloFresh to FTC

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TINA.org Reports Meal Kit Giant HelloFresh to FTC

MADISON, CONN. June 22, 2022 While millions of Americans struggle with rising food prices and empty store shelves, meal kit retailer HelloFresh advertises “delicious meals delivered to your door,” enticing consumers…

Planned Parenthood’s Reported Use of ‘Marketing Trackers’

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Planned Parenthood’s Reported Use of ‘Marketing Trackers’

Organization reportedly shared information with tech companies for marketing purposes.

Complaints against Roblox Have a Common Victim: Children

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Complaints against Roblox Have a Common Victim: Children

Children as young as four are cited in consumer complaints filed with the FTC.

BlackOxygen Organics-Turned-Youngevity Reps Say BOO is Back

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BlackOxygen Organics-Turned-Youngevity Reps Say BOO is Back

Nearly recalled by the FDA, BOO is purportedly back on the market.

TINA.org Reports Colgate, Tom’s of Maine to Regulators for Greenwashing

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TINA.org Reports Colgate, Tom’s of Maine to Regulators for Greenwashing

MADISON, CONN. Sept. 12, 2023—Colgate-Palmolive is deceptively marketing its Tom’s of Maine and Colgate toothpaste tubes as “recyclable” in violation of the FTC’s Green Guides, according to an investigation by…

TINA.org Reports BMW to Regulators for Deceptive Made in USA Claims

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TINA.org Reports BMW to Regulators for Deceptive Made in USA Claims

MADISON, CONN. Oct. 18, 2023—Ad watchdog truthinadvertising.org (TINA.org) has filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission against BMW for making deceptive Made in USA claims. Despite advertising that its…

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Consumers looking to increase their wealth may need to look elsewhere.

Consumers Continue to Report DealDash for Deceptive, Predatory Practices

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Consumers Continue to Report DealDash for Deceptive, Predatory Practices

Problems persist seven years after TINA.org complaint against penny auction site.

Renewal by Andersen Reported for Making Deceptive Made in USA Claims

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Renewal by Andersen Reported for Making Deceptive Made in USA Claims

MADISON, CONN. July 1, 2025 – Renewal by Andersen, which bills itself as “one of largest replacement window companies in the country,” is deceptively marketing its products as Made in…

DuThermX

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DuThermX

Clips of media appearances that distorted thermal scanner’s effectiveness come down following TINA.org inquiry.

Do MLM Earnings Statements Constitute Deceptive Advertising?

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Do MLM Earnings Statements Constitute Deceptive Advertising?

Despite the availability of the data, MLM earnings statements fail to disclose crucial information to recruits, writes guest blogger William Keep.

Multi-level Marketing: The Long and Short of It

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Multi-level Marketing: The Long and Short of It

The financial appeal of multi-level marketing companies attracts investors and swindlers alike.

Lawsuits: Glucosamine’s Promised Relief Mostly Marketing Hype

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Lawsuits: Glucosamine’s Promised Relief Mostly Marketing Hype

Consumers report adverse reactions.

So You Say Your MLM Offers “Supplemental Income” – What Does That Mean?

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So You Say Your MLM Offers “Supplemental Income” – What Does That Mean?

Exploring the MLM industry’s latest pivot.

Capital One Spark Cash Card

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Capital One Spark Cash Card

When it comes to credit cards offering unlimited cash back, it’s a numbers game.

Worst False Ad Court Actions 2015

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Worst False Ad Court Actions 2015

Where courts fell short in satisfying consumers who sued companies in false ads cases.

H&R Block: Getting Your Money Will Cost You

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H&R Block: Getting Your Money Will Cost You

You can do your own taxes.

Equinox Anti-Wrinkle Products

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Equinox Anti-Wrinkle Products

We recently received a tip from a reader about Equinox Anti-Wrinkle products, which are currently being advertised around the web. Equinox sells moisturizers that are supposed to dramatically improve the…

Married but Lonely

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Married but Lonely

We got this email advertisement offering us the chance to “Sleep with Married Women,” and “meet a cheating wife.” An ad is an ad, and we’re not here to judge…

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TINA.org Reports Walmart’s Made in USA Mess to FTC

TINA.org Reports Meal Kit Giant HelloFresh to FTC

Planned Parenthood’s Reported Use of ‘Marketing Trackers’

Complaints against Roblox Have a Common Victim: Children

BlackOxygen Organics-Turned-Youngevity Reps Say BOO is Back

TINA.org Reports Colgate, Tom’s of Maine to Regulators for Greenwashing

TINA.org Reports BMW to Regulators for Deceptive Made in USA Claims

InvestorPlace

Consumers Continue to Report DealDash for Deceptive, Predatory Practices

Renewal by Andersen Reported for Making Deceptive Made in USA Claims

DuThermX

Do MLM Earnings Statements Constitute Deceptive Advertising?

Multi-level Marketing: The Long and Short of It

Lawsuits: Glucosamine’s Promised Relief Mostly Marketing Hype

So You Say Your MLM Offers “Supplemental Income” – What Does That Mean?

Capital One Spark Cash Card

Worst False Ad Court Actions 2015

H&R Block: Getting Your Money Will Cost You

Equinox Anti-Wrinkle Products

Married but Lonely