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Lipozene Fat Burning Claims Violate FTC Order

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Lipozene Fat Burning Claims Violate FTC Order

Get the skinny on TINA.org’s investigation of Lipozene.

BeActive Brace: Trick or Treat?

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BeActive Brace: Trick or Treat?

Troublesome disclaimers are often not in full view.

Don’t Fall for Faux Navajo Jewelry

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Don’t Fall for Faux Navajo Jewelry

Though there are laws in place to protect artists and consumers from misrepresentation of Native American arts and crafts products, it doesn’t always protect buyers from scam artists. An investigation…

Five Companies that Fail the Name Game

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Five Companies that Fail the Name Game

What’s in a name? Sometimes not what you expect.

You say tomato, I say false advertising?

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You say tomato, I say false advertising?

V8 says its tomato-based juice is 100 percent vegetable. But aren’t tomatoes fruits?

For AT&T Customers, a Costly Divorce

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For AT&T Customers, a Costly Divorce

Early termination fees aren’t doing consumers any favors.

It’s National Consumer Protection Week!

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It’s National Consumer Protection Week!

Free isn’t always free, ads are often disguised, and that price that was advertised isn’t always what the company then offers you. Is this fair? No. It’s deceptive.

The Myth of Black Friday

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The Myth of Black Friday

Super sales start early, but are they great bargains?

Snuggie Marketers to Pay $7.5M in Customer Refunds

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Snuggie Marketers to Pay $7.5M in Customer Refunds

There’s nothing cozy about allegations of deceptive advertising.

Ad or Not? Kylie Jenner

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Ad or Not? Kylie Jenner

Just a nice shoutout on Instagram or was Kylie Jenner making up with make-up artist Vlada Haggerty?

FTC, FDA Warn Marketers of E-Liquids That Look Like Kids’ Candy

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FTC, FDA Warn Marketers of E-Liquids That Look Like Kids’ Candy

Agencies crack down on copycat packaging targeting minors in the e-cigarette industry.

Penalties that Pack a Pinch

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Penalties that Pack a Pinch

Are FTC settlements just a cost of doing business?

Faux Fur a Marketing Faux Pas?

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Faux Fur a Marketing Faux Pas?

Neiman Marcus, others settle with FTC after marketing rabbit, raccoon, and other real fur as fakes.

Online Privacy Protection for Kids Strengthened

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Online Privacy Protection for Kids Strengthened

FTC strengthens children’s online privacy protections to keep up with changing technology.

Seeking the Truth in Food Labels

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Seeking the Truth in Food Labels

When cruising down the aisle of your favorite local supermarket, you may depend greatly on the packaging and labeling when deciding what food and beverage items or brands to buy. …

Cast a Wary Eye when Scanning Craigslist and Classifieds

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Cast a Wary Eye when Scanning Craigslist and Classifieds

More than 50 million Americans are using Craigslist for everything from bartering for services to finding a roommate. Unlike your local newspaper or magazine, Craigslist ads are generally free, which…

Cancer Care: The Deceptive Marketing of Hope

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Cancer Care: The Deceptive Marketing of Hope

TINA.org files complaint against CTCA and puts 42 cancer centers on notice for marketing atypical testimonials.

Are Apple’s Ads about Siri Misleading?

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Are Apple’s Ads about Siri Misleading?

A lawsuit filed against Apple claims that the company “. . . has conveyed the misleading and deceptive message that the iPhone 4S’s Siri feature, a so-called voice-activated assistant…

Almost 210 Million Numbers Now on the Do Not Call Registry

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Almost 210 Million Numbers Now on the Do Not Call Registry

More than 209 million U.S. phone numbers are now registered with the service, which has been active since 2003. In 2011, consumers filed over 630,000 complaints, mostly regarding recorded messages…

CATrends: Baby Foods Containing Toxic Heavy Metals

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CATrends: Baby Foods Containing Toxic Heavy Metals

Surge in class-action lawsuits follows congressional report.

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Lipozene Fat Burning Claims Violate FTC Order

BeActive Brace: Trick or Treat?

Don’t Fall for Faux Navajo Jewelry

Five Companies that Fail the Name Game

You say tomato, I say false advertising?

For AT&T Customers, a Costly Divorce

It’s National Consumer Protection Week!

The Myth of Black Friday

Snuggie Marketers to Pay $7.5M in Customer Refunds

Ad or Not? Kylie Jenner

FTC, FDA Warn Marketers of E-Liquids That Look Like Kids’ Candy

Penalties that Pack a Pinch

Faux Fur a Marketing Faux Pas?

Online Privacy Protection for Kids Strengthened

Seeking the Truth in Food Labels

Cast a Wary Eye when Scanning Craigslist and Classifieds

Cancer Care: The Deceptive Marketing of Hope

Are Apple’s Ads about Siri Misleading?

Almost 210 Million Numbers Now on the Do Not Call Registry

CATrends: Baby Foods Containing Toxic Heavy Metals