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Herbalife: ‘I Thought I was Going to Make it Big’

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Herbalife: ‘I Thought I was Going to Make it Big’

Former distributor says a class-action settlement isn’t going to help a majority of recruits who lost money.

A Year after Signaling E-Cig Action, FDA Issues First Warning Letters

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A Year after Signaling E-Cig Action, FDA Issues First Warning Letters

Sites warned about misleading claims.

Beware Holiday Phishing Scams

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Beware Holiday Phishing Scams

Emails may contain viruses and malware to steal your identity.

GE Capital to Pay Out Millions to Settle Deception Charges

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GE Capital to Pay Out Millions to Settle Deception Charges

CFPB cites bank for discriminatory and misleading practices.

How to File a Dispute with Your Credit Card Company

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How to File a Dispute with Your Credit Card Company

If you’re having trouble canceling unwanted charges or getting a refund from a merchant, try contacting your bank or credit card company instead. They may be able to help you…

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.

Protecting Junior’s Privacy Online

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Protecting Junior’s Privacy Online

New COPPA rules go into effect July 1.

Five Common Complaints about Guthy-Renker

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Five Common Complaints about Guthy-Renker

Informercial maker uses glossy ads and celebrity endorsements, but also gets hit with plenty of consumer complaints.

Our ‘Greatist’ Ad or Not Ever?

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Our ‘Greatist’ Ad or Not Ever?

Site’s editorial newsletter comes with a side of sponsored content, if you can make out the difference.

Don’t Friend the Ramnit Worm

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Don’t Friend the Ramnit Worm

Hackers are now seeking new targets, moving from e-mail to social networking sites. In January 2012, experts at online security firm, Seculert, uncovered a powerful hybrid worm/virus that was burrowing…

TINA’s Take: FTC Takes Crucial Step Forward in Holding Deceptive Made in USA Marketers Accountable

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TINA’s Take: FTC Takes Crucial Step Forward in Holding Deceptive Made in USA Marketers Accountable

FTC finalizes its Made in USA Labeling Rule.

Internet Scams: Avoiding Fraud on the World Wide Web

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Internet Scams: Avoiding Fraud on the World Wide Web

Over 200 million people in the U.S. are now Internet users. Many of our daily activities – reading the news, watching movies, paying bills, buying products, and even catching up…

Operation Lost Opportunity: Feds Go after Job Scams

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Operation Lost Opportunity: Feds Go after Job Scams

Under a continued crackdown on Too frequently, the term proves to be simply a euphemism for sending your money along to an unknown person or company and then watching your…

These “Critics” Won’t Win Oscars for their Reviews

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These “Critics” Won’t Win Oscars for their Reviews

Some reviews come from questionable sources.

Drug Companies Pushing Prescription Pills in Ads

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Drug Companies Pushing Prescription Pills in Ads

The polio vaccine, penicillin, open-heart surgery, magnetic resonance imaging, chemotherapy, Zoloft, LASIK, statins, heck, even Viagra have all contributed to the advancement of modern medicine. We’ve come a long way…

The Dirty Cats of the Super Bowl

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The Dirty Cats of the Super Bowl

These adorable fur balls help sell products, but are the companies free of false or deceptive marketing claims?

Tiffany Accuses Costco of Selling Knockoff Rings

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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.

What You Should Know about Medicare Scams

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What You Should Know about Medicare Scams

Medicare “open enrollment,” which starts Oct. 15, is also open season for scammers.

Is that a Real Job Offer? Know the Red Flags of Fake Opportunities

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Is that a Real Job Offer? Know the Red Flags of Fake Opportunities

If you’re looking for a job, you need to watch out for ads offering to help you with your resume or help you find employment. While some of these companies…

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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Herbalife: ‘I Thought I was Going to Make it Big’

A Year after Signaling E-Cig Action, FDA Issues First Warning Letters

Beware Holiday Phishing Scams

GE Capital to Pay Out Millions to Settle Deception Charges

How to File a Dispute with Your Credit Card Company

What You Should Know about New U Life

Protecting Junior’s Privacy Online

Five Common Complaints about Guthy-Renker

Our ‘Greatist’ Ad or Not Ever?

Don’t Friend the Ramnit Worm

TINA’s Take: FTC Takes Crucial Step Forward in Holding Deceptive Made in USA Marketers Accountable

Internet Scams: Avoiding Fraud on the World Wide Web

Operation Lost Opportunity: Feds Go after Job Scams

These “Critics” Won’t Win Oscars for their Reviews

Drug Companies Pushing Prescription Pills in Ads

The Dirty Cats of the Super Bowl

Tiffany Accuses Costco of Selling Knockoff Rings

What You Should Know about Medicare Scams

Is that a Real Job Offer? Know the Red Flags of Fake Opportunities

Cast a Wary Eye when Scanning Craigslist and Classifieds