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Ongoing Deceptive Claims by MLMs Following DSSRC Decisions

Influencer-in-Chief? FLOTUS and WhiteHouse.gov

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Influencer-in-Chief? FLOTUS and WhiteHouse.gov

Was Trump White House promoting Melania Trump’s jewelry line?

Lia Sophia’s Lifetime Guarantee

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Lia Sophia’s Lifetime Guarantee

In November 2017, a federal judge preliminarily approved a settlement that would resolve a false advertising class-action lawsuit against jewelry company Lia Sophia. The complaint, which was originally filed in…

Snooki Instagram Database

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Snooki Instagram Database

TINA.org investigated 21 social media influencers who have received two FTC letters notifying them of their legal obligation to clearly and conspicuously disclose their relationships with brands when promoting products or…

Paparazzi Accessories Quietly Removes Lead and Nickel-Free Claim

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Paparazzi Accessories Quietly Removes Lead and Nickel-Free Claim

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

Lucy Hale Instagram Database

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Lucy Hale Instagram Database

TINA.org investigated 21 social media influencers who have received two FTC letters notifying them of their legal obligation to clearly and conspicuously disclose their relationships with brands when promoting products or…

Naomi Campbell Instagram Database

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Naomi Campbell Instagram Database

TINA.org investigated 21 social media influencers who have received two FTC letters notifying them of their legal obligation to clearly and conspicuously disclose their relationships with brands when promoting products or…

Jewelers Vigilance Committee

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Jewelers Vigilance Committee

The Jewelers Vigilance Commitee, which was formed in 1917, provides education and self-regulation to the jewelry industry.

Market America

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Market America

TINA.org investigated Market America, a North Carolina-based multilevel marketing company that sells a variety of different products and services, including cosmetics, dietary supplements, jewelry, household products, and internet and financial…

Federal Laws Governing Ads

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Federal Laws Governing Ads

There are many federal laws that regulate advertisements in some way or another.

Amber Teething Necklaces more Harm than Good?

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Amber Teething Necklaces more Harm than Good?

Are the advertised benefits worth the potential safety hazards to your teething baby? Probably not.

Mirror, Mirror, Who Has the Brightest Diamond of All?

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Mirror, Mirror, Who Has the Brightest Diamond of All?

Is there a standard for the shiniest diamond?

The Weight of Gemstones on TheRealReal.com

Class Action

The Weight of Gemstones on TheRealReal.com

In December 2017, a class-action lawsuit was filed alleging that TheRealReal.com (a luxury consignment website) overstaties the weights of gemstones on jewelry without disclosing that the weights are approximate. (Basmadjian…

Discounts on The Liquidation Channel

Class Action

Discounts on The Liquidation Channel

August 2016: An amended complaint, which removed Hovind as a named plaintiff and the Oklahoma causes of action, was filed. July 2016: One of the named plaintiffs (Hovind) dismissed her…

Influencer-in-Chief: Presidents Day Roundup of POTUS Plugs

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Influencer-in-Chief: Presidents Day Roundup of POTUS Plugs

President Trump’s penchant for promoting companies turns tweets into #ads.

What Happens When Human Marketers Are Replaced, But Human Viewers Are Not

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What Happens When Human Marketers Are Replaced, But Human Viewers Are Not

And why the problem is even worse when those human viewers are kids.

Where’s the Paper in The Paper Store?

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Where’s the Paper in The Paper Store?

What’s in a name?

Former FTC Economist’s Response & Thoughts on Vemma

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Former FTC Economist’s Response & Thoughts on Vemma

Getting to the bottom of affiliate vs. customer.

Tiffany Accuses Costco of Selling Knockoff Rings

Consumer News

Tiffany Accuses Costco of Selling Knockoff Rings

A Costco store in Huntington Beach, Calif. sold diamond rings promoted as Tiffany rings for a steep discount, making them seem like a real steal.

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…

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DSSRC Database

Influencer-in-Chief? FLOTUS and WhiteHouse.gov

Lia Sophia’s Lifetime Guarantee

Snooki Instagram Database

Paparazzi Accessories Quietly Removes Lead and Nickel-Free Claim

Lucy Hale Instagram Database

Naomi Campbell Instagram Database

Jewelers Vigilance Committee

Market America

Federal Laws Governing Ads

Amber Teething Necklaces more Harm than Good?

Mirror, Mirror, Who Has the Brightest Diamond of All?

The Weight of Gemstones on TheRealReal.com

Discounts on The Liquidation Channel

Influencer-in-Chief: Presidents Day Roundup of POTUS Plugs

What Happens When Human Marketers Are Replaced, But Human Viewers Are Not

Where’s the Paper in The Paper Store?

Former FTC Economist’s Response & Thoughts on Vemma

Tiffany Accuses Costco of Selling Knockoff Rings

Cast a Wary Eye when Scanning Craigslist and Classifieds