Color Factory NYC

Allegations: Failing to include additional fees in advertised prices

TINA.org Supports FTC’s ‘Click to Cancel’ Rule against Industry Challenge

Companies should not be able to trap consumers into subscriptions that they do not want.

Why You Might be Trapped In That Gym Membership Forever

Some members of Congress want to kill a popular “click-to-cancel” rule.

Booking.com Free Cancellation

Don’t let this vacation ad trip you up.

New York Renaissance Faire

Allegations: Failing to adequately disclose that a processing fee, service fee, and order fee will be added to advertised prices

Southwest Airlines

Allegations: Falsely advertising discounts as available for a limited time

Vivid Seats

Allegations: Failing to include several mandatory fees in advertised prices

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…

Marketers Downplay Consumer Harm Caused by Negative Option Offers

Marketers are attempting to put a positive spin on the negative option.

Fitzgerald Auto Mall

Consumer accuses dealership of pulling a bait and switch.