HelloFraud: TINA.org Files Complaint against Meal Kit Giant Consumer News HelloFraud: TINA.org Files Complaint against Meal Kit Giant False promises of ‘free meals’ lead consumers to never-ending subscriptions.
Worst False Ad Settlements of 2023 Consumer News Worst False Ad Settlements of 2023 Class-action settlements that left consumers behind this year.
BetterBody Coconut Oil Class Action BetterBody Coconut Oil February 2017: A state court judge granted final approval of this settlement. November 2016: A state judge preliminarily approved a settlement of a false advertising class-action lawsuit against BetterBody Food…
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Consumer Basics Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Congress created the CFPB after the 2009 financial crisis to regulate mortgages, student loans, credit cards, and other financial products and services used by consumers.
Discounts at Kohl’s Stores Class Action Discounts at Kohl’s Stores November 2018: The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court’s approval of the settlement agreement. October and November 2016: Several objectors filed Notices of Appeal regarding the final approval of…
Ray-Ban’s ‘Free Overnight Shipping’ Ad Alert Ray-Ban’s ‘Free Overnight Shipping’ Don’t get blindsided by this online promotion. Read the fine print.
Consumers Overpaying on DealDash Evidence Consumers Overpaying on DealDash TINA.org’s investigation revealed instances in which items auctioned on DealDash.com sold for a higher price than the item’s face value. Below are three examples: A $10 Panera gift card sold…
TINA.org’s Worst List: 6 Class-Action Settlements that Missed the Mark Consumer News TINA.org’s Worst List: 6 Class-Action Settlements that Missed the Mark These class-action settlements fall short of adequate redress for consumers in the class.
What Would Dad Like? Beware of these Promised Perks Consumer News What Would Dad Like? Beware of these Promised Perks It’s not always easy choosing the perfect Father’s Day gift and these ad claims don’t help.
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DealDash’s Hidden Costs Consumer News DealDash’s Hidden Costs Bid farewell to the low prices you see in ads. You will pay more.
The Prize Is (Not) Right Blog The Prize Is (Not) Right Auto dealership prize is not all it’s cracked up to be.
The Scoop on Social Media Influencer Disclosure Requirements Consumer Basics The Scoop on Social Media Influencer Disclosure Requirements What kind of disclosure is necessary for social media influencer marketing?
2018’s Apple Shopping Event Class Action 2018’s Apple Shopping Event In November 2018, a false advertising class-action lawsuit was filed against Apple regarding the marketing for a holiday sales event that ran from Black Friday to Cyber Monday. The complaint…
Gas Prices at Shell Stations Class Action Gas Prices at Shell Stations Allegations: Deceptively advertising that consumers who pay with cash will be charged a lower price for gasoline when consumers who pay using debit cards are charged the higher credit card…
Let’s Judge Mortgage Scammers Blog Let’s Judge Mortgage Scammers Deceptive mailings attempt to trick homeowners into thinking they need to take action.
American Express Class Action American Express Allegations: Falsely representing that American Express only conducts hard credit score inquiries (which impact credit scores) if applications are approved and applicants accept the credit cards when the company actually…
Look for the True Costs of Common Sense Cash Ad Alert Look for the True Costs of Common Sense Cash This advertisement promises that you will earn $1,000. But it charges you $50 to $100 to see the “plan” that will earn you the money. The plan involves paying $260…
Calling Card Companies Fined $30M for Misleading Consumers Consumer News Calling Card Companies Fined $30M for Misleading Consumers FCC says advertised minutes had an impossible stipulation.
Capital One Spark Cash Card Ad Alert Capital One Spark Cash Card When it comes to credit cards offering unlimited cash back, it’s a numbers game.