Harper & Wells Boston

What you need to know about this shady e-commerce site.

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Have you ever been the victim of a false ad or a deceptive marketing scheme? Perhaps there was a time when a very compelling ad convinced you to buy a…

TINA’s Take: UK Bans Influencer Ads that Applied ‘Misleading’ Beauty Filters

Instagram stories used filters that ASA said misleadingly exaggerated results tanning products could achieve.

CeraVe

Do dermatologists really recommend CeraVe more than any other skincare brand?

Olga Shoe

When the photos on the website don’t match the reality.

Home Title Lock

Company’s ads attempt to scare consumers into paying for title monitoring services that they may be able to get for free.

“As Seen on TV” Products

MLM News Alert

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

FDA Bans Sale of Puff Bar E-Cigarettes, the ‘New Juul’

The disposable e-cigarette has replaced Juul as the go-to vape for minors.

TINA.org Suggests Updates to How the FTC Regulates Endorsement Advertising

On June 22, 2020, TINA.org responded to the FTC’s request for comment on the Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising (referred to here as the Endorsement…

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

FTC finalizes its Made in USA Labeling Rule.

Doggie Dailies

Dog supplement manufacturer makes changes to Amazon listing following TINA.org inquiry.

Savage X Fenty’s Savagely Deceptive Marketing Practices: TINA.org Reports Rihanna’s Brand to Regulators

MADISON, CONN. Feb. 10, 2020 – Championing female empowerment and sexuality, lingerie company Savage X Fenty, a joint venture between music icon Rihanna and e-commerce company TechStyle, Inc., is a…

Fitzgerald Auto Mall

Consumer accuses dealership of pulling a bait and switch.

Does Stocking Shelves = Product Promotion?

Texas court lets retailers off the hook for promoting products on shelves.

MyPillow Sleep Study is a Snoozer

Counting up issues with study sure to be a sleep aid.

Guitar Hero Live

Thursday Boot Co.

Company claims its boots are “Handcrafted in the USA” but not all of them are.

GSN Casino

Allegations: Misleadingly representing that games are free to play