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By the Numbers: Made in the USA Class-Action Lawsuits

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By the Numbers: Made in the USA Class-Action Lawsuits

A closer look at the who, what, where, when, and why.

Verve energy drink turning college students into sales force

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Verve energy drink turning college students into sales force

Michelle Celarier, New York Post

Red Bull Settlement: It’s NOT about the Wings

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Red Bull Settlement: It’s NOT about the Wings

This proposed agreement is not as absurd as media coverage may have led you to believe.

Crio Bru

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Crio Bru

Brewed cacao beverage poses more questions than it answers.

Red Bull Will Pay Premium for Premium Claims

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Red Bull Will Pay Premium for Premium Claims

Energy drink company to pay $13 million in customer refunds to settle class-action lawsuit.

Red Bull

Class Action

Red Bull

May 2015: A federal judge granted final approval of the settlement. September 2014: A federal judge preliminarily approved the settlement terms. A hearing for final approval will be held on…

Pyramid Scheme Expert Issues Warning about Vemma

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Pyramid Scheme Expert Issues Warning about Vemma

Business school dean cautions students and other deans.

By The Numbers: Vanilla Flavor Class-Action Lawsuits

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By The Numbers: Vanilla Flavor Class-Action Lawsuits

TINA.org is currently tracking 70 class actions challenging claims that a variety of foods and beverages are truly vanilla.

TINA.org’s Sixth Year in Review

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TINA.org’s Sixth Year in Review

It was another successful year outing deceptive marketing on multiple fronts.

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.

Investigation by truthinadvertising.org Reveals Eight Things You Should Know About Vemma

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Investigation by truthinadvertising.org Reveals Eight Things You Should Know About Vemma

MADISON, CT, July 10, 2013 — Vemma Nutrition Company promises it will “transform lives through ultra premium products and a generous compensation plan.” The Scottsdale, Ariz.-based company, which touts that…

Few Regulations Govern Alcohol Advertising

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Few Regulations Govern Alcohol Advertising

Though it may be hard to believe, the alcohol advertising industry is self-regulated. What does that mean? It means it’s its own boss and makes up its own rules when…

The Rise and Fall of Vemma

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The Rise and Fall of Vemma

What led this MLM to a $238 million dollar settlement?

What You Should Know about Vemma

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What You Should Know about Vemma

Investigation reveals a number of questionable practices.

What You Should Know about Youngevity

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What You Should Know about Youngevity

TINA.org investigation finds inappropriate health and income claims.

VEMMA Distributors: FOCUS on Facts, Not Hype

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VEMMA Distributors: FOCUS on Facts, Not Hype

Tallying up the real figures behind Vemma’s business opportunity.

Hansen’s Beverages and More

Class Action

Hansen’s Beverages and More

In September 2014, plaintiffs filed an amended complaint against Monster Energy Company, a subsidiary of Monster Beverage Corporation and the company responsible for marketing and distributing Hansen’s beverages. The complaint,…

WakeUpNow’s Secret: Things You Need to Know about this MLM