At FTC’s Request, Court Halts Alleged ‘Free Trial’ Scheme

Alleged internet marketing scam bilked tens of millions of dollars from consumers, the FTC says.

Greyhound’s ‘Free Same Day Exchange’ Policy

Economy extra passengers, beware: “Extra” may stand for a hidden fee.

‘How We Trade Options’

This “free” book offer isn’t exactly free and one TINA.org reader said it almost cost her plenty.

Bob’s Discount Furniture Deceptively Markets Interest-Free Financing

Ad Watchdog TINA.org Calls on State Officials to Take Action MADISON, CONN., December 2, 2014 — Consumers are being set up to fail with Bob’s Discount Furniture’s interest-free financing offers,…

Slotomania

“Free” mobile slot game isn’t free for long.

DirecTV’s ‘Worry-Free’ Signal Reliability

When it rains it pours.

NYR Organic Income Claims Database

TINA.org investigation reveals misleading income claims used to market MLM opportunity.

Initials Inc Income Claims Database

TINA.org investigation reveals misleading income claims used to market MLM opportunity.

Dave & Buster’s

“Free” games promotion carried a price: $50.

Xfinity Extreme Premier Triple Play

Consumer says he was charged for installation despite a mailing that promised it would be free of charge.

Commercial-Free TV with the Hopper

This radio ad claims that the Hopper, a DVR from DISH, allows you to watch TV commercial free.   Says the ad: “Did you hear with the Hopper from DISH,…

Companies Painting VOCs with Broad Brush

VOC-free claims can be tricky for paint, paint stripper and other products.

Paparazzi Accessories Quietly Removes Lead and Nickel-Free Claim

Claim had appeared on an about page on jewelry MLM’s website.

CVS’ ‘Free’ Flu Shots

This ad hits different when you read the fine print.

Which Midsize Pickup Truck Actually Offers ‘Best in Class’ Payload?

There can’t be two bests.

Discounts and BOGO Offers at Jos. A. Bank Clothiers

Online Shoppers Law Finally Called into Action

ROSCA’s no longer a virgin.

Sure, The Goop Lab Is Absurd — but It Also Offers Hope

Arielle Pardes, WIRED

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

Exploring the MLM industry’s latest pivot.

Fiverr

The online freelance marketplace has an unsubstantiated health claim problem.