Cosco 2-Step Kitchen Steppers

Allegations: Representing that products are safe when there’s a risk of serious injury due to a defect that can cause the safety bar to break or detach

Amana Air Conditioning Units

Allegations: Marketing that the brand designs products “to be perfect for any home” and prioritizes “reliable and long-lasting performance” when the capacitors in its air conditioning units fail prematurely due…

Dinty Moore Beef Stew

Where’s the beef?

Mary Kay Off-Roads into Deceptive Income Claims

The pink Cadillac is just one of many things top-selling distributors tout but few distributors achieve.

Worst Ads of 2020 according to TINA.org

Reality Check: TINA.org Calls on FTC to Address Virtual Influencers

Why the FTC should consider virtual influencers as it reviews its Endorsement Guides.

A Growing List of Coronavirus Scams

A master list of known and alleged scams.

2019 Marketing

Is the Origin Story of GT’s Kombucha an Illegal Health Claim?

Oft-touted origin story implies that popular kombucha tea helps to cure cancer.

Clarks

Claims to offer “free shipping” on “every order” excludes Alaska shipments, and probably others.

Despite Boston-Made Claims, Many Gillette Products Wicked Imported

TINA.org files FTC complaint over Gillette’s false and deceptive Made in the USA claims.

LeafFilter Gutter Guard: ‘Keeps You Off the Ladder’

Gutter cleaning is dirty and annoying. So is deceptive marketing.

What You Should Know about USANA

Supplement MLM takes down dozens of deceptive claims following TINA.org investigation.

Roundup Herbicide

Allegations: Failing to warn consumers of the health risks associated with using the product due to its active ingredient

Warranties on Bissell Vacuums

Allegations: Failing to adequately disclose that warranties are contingent on consumers registering their personal information

Carote Granite-Coated Nonstick Cookware

On the menu tonight? Deceptive FDA claims.

FabKids Deceptive Pricing

What Does Hotels.com Mean When It Says Listings Are ‘Near the Beach’?

Hotel listings as far as 10 miles away from the ocean are advertised as “near the beach” on booking site.

Does Mary Kay Think It’s Above the Law?

MLM making deceptive claims after several warnings.

The Kids Guide to Fighting Socialism

“Free” guide harbors future charges that aren’t disclosed in a frightening email to parents and grandparents.