Ad or Not? USA Today and Primerica Consumer News Ad or Not? USA Today and Primerica Company tweet muddies sponsored content.
Kenall Lighting Ad Alert Kenall Lighting Company sees that light after FTC inquiry into its made in the USA claims.
Orijen and Acana Dog Foods Class Action Orijen and Acana Dog Foods August 2019: The Zarinebaf case was stayed pending the resolution of the Reitman case or until March 2020. March-October 2018: Several class-action lawsuits were filed against Champion Petfoods for allegedly…
FTC Finalizes Made in USA Rule Following TINA.org Petition Blog FTC Finalizes Made in USA Rule Following TINA.org Petition Commission’s first open meeting with new chair brings action.
TINA Warns Federal Agency about False Made in USA Claims Press Release TINA Warns Federal Agency about False Made in USA Claims MADISON, CONN., March 14, 2016 – When Uncle Sam says something’s Made in the USA, you’re inclined to believe him. It is, after all, the U.S. government speaking. But an…
USA Filing Government Imposter Scam Ad Alert USA Filing Government Imposter Scam Tricking consumers into paying hundreds of dollars for services that are available for free.
Georgia Expo Ad Alert Georgia Expo FTC brings the curtain down on pipe and drape kit maker’s misleading Made in the USA claims.
Hyperform Ad Alert Hyperform Manufacturer of marine and pool products runs into the choppy waters of the FTC’s Made in the USA standard.
LinerWorld Ad Alert LinerWorld Company changes language on homepage following FTC inquiry into Made in the USA claims.
Street Dirt Track’s ‘Made in USA’ Claims Ad Alert Street Dirt Track’s ‘Made in USA’ Claims Automotive parts company blames inaccurate U.S.-origin claims on upcoming ad campaign.
Walmart’s “Made in USA” Labels Class Action Walmart’s “Made in USA” Labels July 2016: Plaintiffs voluntarily dismissed this action When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled.. The reasons for the dismissal have not been disclosed. July 2015: A…
2016 FTC National Consumer Protection Week Webinar Blog 2016 FTC National Consumer Protection Week Webinar Presentation given by TINA.org Executive Director to congressional staff for National Consumer Protection Week 2016.
Walmart Made in USA Misrepresentations Not Wiped Clean As Promised Press Release Walmart Made in USA Misrepresentations Not Wiped Clean As Promised Ad Watchdog’s Review Finds Persistent Issues MADISON, Conn., Oct. 26, 2015 — To help close an inquiry into false and deceptive Made in the USA claims on its website, Walmart assured…
Acting on TINA.org Complaint, FTC Busts Williams-Sonoma, Again Press Release Acting on TINA.org Complaint, FTC Busts Williams-Sonoma, Again Following a complaint by ad watchdog truthinadvertising.org (TINA.org), Pottery Barn’s parent company Williams-Sonoma has agreed to pay more than $3 million for violating a 2020 FTC consent order requiring that…
Gillette Engaged in Deceptive Made in USA Marketing Press Release Gillette Engaged in Deceptive Made in USA Marketing Ad Watchdog TINA.org Files FTC Complaint MADISON, CONN. January 23, 2018 – Despite a national advertising campaign showcasing patriotic imagery, highlighting its Boston headquarters, and heavily promoting its “Made in…
Frigidaire Ad Alert Frigidaire FTC drives its Made in USA standard home in closing letter to appliance maker.
Wolverine Ad Alert Wolverine Shoe maker gives the boot to a “Made in the USA” page on its site but problematic U.S.-origin claims remain.
True Religion’s “Made in USA” Claims Class Action True Religion’s “Made in USA” Claims November 2015: A state judge granted final approval of the settlement. June 2015: A state judge preliminarily approved a settlement of a false advertising class-action lawsuit against True Religion Apparel.…