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FTC Prescribes New Standard for Homeopathic Remedy Claims

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FTC Prescribes New Standard for Homeopathic Remedy Claims

Agency asserts that marketing claims for over-the-counter homeopathic products are likely misleading.

Are Homeopathic Drugs Misleading Consumers?

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Are Homeopathic Drugs Misleading Consumers?

FDA revisits a decades-old policy that essentially allows homeopathic drugs to go unchecked into the marketplace.

ASA Rules on Homeopathy Ads

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ASA Rules on Homeopathy Ads

The ASA has ordered the Society of Homeopaths to discontinue misleading advertising.

Humphreys Homeopathic Products

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Humphreys Homeopathic Products

October 2013: A federal judge approved a $1.4 million settlement to a class-action lawsuit against Humphreys Pharmacal Inc. and Dickinson Brands, Inc. According to the settlement terms, class members will…

Hyland’s Homeopathic Cold and Flu Remedies

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Hyland’s Homeopathic Cold and Flu Remedies

February 2018: The Hammack appeal was dismissed for failure to prosecute. October 2017: The Sweeney appeal was dismissed for failure to prosecute. September 2017: Two objectors filed Notices of Appeal…

Various Boiron Homeopathic Products: Oscillo, Arnicare, Chestal, Coldcalm, Camilia, and More

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Various Boiron Homeopathic Products: Oscillo, Arnicare, Chestal, Coldcalm, Camilia, and More

In February 2015, a federal appellate court upheld a $5 million settlement of a false advertising class-action lawsuit filed against Boiron, Inc., maker of a variety of homeopathic products, in…

NatraBio® Homeopathic Products

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NatraBio® Homeopathic Products

September 2017: The remaining claims were voluntarily dismissed. The individual claims were dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled. and the class members’ claims were…

Hyland’s Homeopathic Baby Products

Class Action

Hyland’s Homeopathic Baby Products

August 2017: This case was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled., the reasons for which have not been disclosed. January 2016: A class-action…

Whole Foods Homeopathic Medicines

Class Action

Whole Foods Homeopathic Medicines

September 2015: This case was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled., the reasons for which have not been disclosed. August 2014: A class-action…

Various Hyland’s Homeopathic Products

Class Action

Various Hyland’s Homeopathic Products

August 2017: Plaintiffs filed a Notice of Appeal regarding the August 2016 and July 2017 orders. July 2017: A federal judge denied plaintiffs’ motion for a new trial. September 2016:…

Similasan Corporation’s Homeopathic Products

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Similasan Corporation’s Homeopathic Products

August 2017: A federal judge granted final approval of the settlement agreement. April 2017: A federal judge preliminarily approved a settlement of a false advertising lawsuit against Similasan Corporation. The…

Nerve Pain Away

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Nerve Pain Away

Homeopathic spray becomes the first to adopt disclosure admitting lack of scientific evidence.

Dr. Dale’s Wellness Center

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Dr. Dale’s Wellness Center

Is the cure to the coronavirus homeopathic? This homeopathic doctor would like to think so.

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.

Lawmakers Raise Questions about Deceptive Marketing in Solar Industry

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Lawmakers Raise Questions about Deceptive Marketing in Solar Industry

What are the hidden costs of solar leases?

What You Should Know about New U Life

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What You Should Know about New U Life

MLM company New U Life is no fountain of youth.

5 Ad Trends to be Wary of in 2019

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5 Ad Trends to be Wary of in 2019

From crypto to CBD, consumers need to tread carefully when it comes to these trends.

“Kids Relief” Products

Class Action

“Kids Relief” Products

May 2016: The case was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled., the reasons for which have not been disclosed. December 2013: The lawsuit…

Reverse Mortgage Ads Can Leave Consumers with False Impressions