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How TINA.org Readers Ruled in 2014

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How TINA.org Readers Ruled in 2014

Reader submissions flagging deceptive advertising helped TINA.org have a great year.

These Companies Should Get Coal in their Holiday Stockings

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These Companies Should Get Coal in their Holiday Stockings

Some notable companies facing deceptive advertising claims.

TINA.org Probe Prompts Financial Publisher to Change Marketing

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TINA.org Probe Prompts Financial Publisher to Change Marketing

Investigation finds Stansberry used deceptive tactics in testimonials.

Congress Members call on FTC to Investigate Deception at Outlet Stores

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Congress Members call on FTC to Investigate Deception at Outlet Stores

Will the government finally take notice of misleading marketing and pricing?

Companies that Get Coal in their 2013 Stockings

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Companies that Get Coal in their 2013 Stockings

Be careful, deceptive marketers — Santa was watching.

Company Investigated by truthinadvertising.org Comes Under Fire Again

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Company Investigated by truthinadvertising.org Comes Under Fire Again

MADISON, CT., Aug. 15, 2013 — A company investigated by advertising watchdog group truthinadvertising.org (TINA.org) is under fire again for deceptive marketing of a children’s supplement. A key advertising self-regulatory…

TINA.org Pursues Complaints Against Kids’ Supplement

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TINA.org Pursues Complaints Against Kids’ Supplement

Truthinadvertising.org alerts federal and state regulators to deceptive marketing.

Who’s Throwing Flags on Super Bowl Advertisers?

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Who’s Throwing Flags on Super Bowl Advertisers?

More than 70 percent of advertisers who announced they are running commercials in this year’s Super Bowl have been accused of false or deceptive advertising.

Skechers Settlement Leaves Few Real Cash Gains for Consumers

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Skechers Settlement Leaves Few Real Cash Gains for Consumers

When the FTC announced (with much fanfare) in May 2012 that it had reached a $40 million settlement with Skechers over the deceptive marketing of Skechers’ toning shoes, everyone ooed…

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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…

Before You Take that Call Beware of Telemarketing Scams

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Before You Take that Call Beware of Telemarketing Scams

Although legitimate companies may use the telephone to advertise their products or services, consumers should be wary of some who call trying to obtain your financial or personal information for…

Companies Getting Coal in 2021

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Companies Getting Coal in 2021

Find out why New Balance, TikTok, Poland Spring and others make the 2021 naughty list.

Snubbing FTC, MLM Claims It Can Prevent and Treat COVID-19

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Snubbing FTC, MLM Claims It Can Prevent and Treat COVID-19

Of all the companies exploiting the pandemic, doTerra stands out as a steadfast recidivist.

Let’s Judge Mortgage Scammers

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Let’s Judge Mortgage Scammers

Deceptive mailings attempt to trick homeowners into thinking they need to take action.

HelloFraud: TINA.org Files Complaint against Meal Kit Giant

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HelloFraud: TINA.org Files Complaint against Meal Kit Giant

False promises of “free meals” lead consumers to never-ending subscriptions.

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…

The FTC Needs to Update Its .com Disclosures Guidance