New Balance, an Iconic Made in USA Brand, Defies FTC Law

TINA.org files a complaint with federal regulators over shoemaker’s deceptive made in the USA claims.

‘Act Your Age’ = ‘Make A Terrible Financial Decision’

It might be a catchy slogan, but it’s not a universally good idea.

It’s Now Legal for Scammers to Keep Your Money

Tell your member of Congress to #MakeScammersPay

ActivePure Technology Air Purifiers

Products’ purported efficacy against COVID-19 reflects results from lab studies, not real-world studies. There’s a big difference.

Live from New York, it’s … an ad for Zillow?

Funny Saturday Night Live sketch raises more questions about show’s foray into branded content.

Market America Takes Down Deceptive Income Claims in Response to TINA.org

MADISON, CONN. November 2, 2020 A truthinadvertising.org (TINA.org) investigation has found hundreds of atypical and exaggerated income claims made by multilevel marketing company Market America on its website and social…

FTC Actions against Payment Processors

A review of lawsuits the FTC has filed against companies and individuals that process credit and debit card transactions.

Jacksonville Mom and BodyArmor

Blog promoting sports drink comes under scrutiny by TINA.org.

MLM News Alert

TINA.org’s curated list of MLM info and news of note.

Coronavirus Check Scams

With reports of big checks heading consumers’ way, scammers will look to cash in, the FTC warns.

Walmart Mainstays Food Strainers

Walmart continues to mislead consumers looking to purchase American-made products.

DoTerra Distributors’ Drug Claims Violate the Law

TINA.org inquiry into essential oils MLM digs up more than 140 examples of unsubstantiated health claims.

The DSA Waffles Over AdvoCare

Former MLM holds onto its DSA membership in the aftermath of $150 million pyramid scheme settlement.

AdvoCare to Pay $150 Million to Settle FTC Pyramid Charges

Health and wellness products MLM allegedly rewarded recruitment over product sales.

EcoProducts

Drive to commercial compost facility may cancel out environmental benefits.

What You Should Know about New U Life

MLM company New U Life is no fountain of youth.

FTC Made in USA Actions Since 1996

A review of the FTC’s Made in USA enforcement actions

Flat Tummy’s Outrageous Marketing Tactics Need to Stop

“Detox” tea company’s influencer-driven marketing claims fall flat.

TINA’s Take: Juul’s ‘Make the Switch’ Campaign Violates Federal Law

TINA.org agrees with health groups that Juul’s current campaign disseminates an illegal smoking cessation claim.

DeVry University’s Advertised Employment and Income Rates