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DeckOver Products

In November and December 2017, multiple class-action lawsuits were filed against Behr Paint and Home Depot for allegedly deceptively marketing DeckOver as having a more durable and five times thicker…

Rosland Capital

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Rosland Capital

Precious metals seller paints a grim financial picture. But investing in gold or silver may not brighten the day.

June – July 2015 Collection

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June – July 2015 Collection

Below are 200 examples of Made in the USA misrepresentations on Walmart.com found between June 22 and July 13, 2015. Group 1: Instances in which the Walmart.com USA label is…

Cancer Hospital Ads Deceive Patients About Their Chances Of Survival, New Report Finds

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Cancer Hospital Ads Deceive Patients About Their Chances Of Survival, New Report Finds

Stephanie M. Lee, BuzzFeed News

Babolat Tennis Racquets

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Babolat Tennis Racquets

In October 2014, a federal judge granted preliminary approval of a $4.5 million settlement of two consolidated false advertising class-action lawsuits filed against Babolat, the tennis equipment company. The complaints,…

Six Vintage Eco-Clueless Ads

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Six Vintage Eco-Clueless Ads

In honor of Earth Day, check out these vintage commercials to see how advertising has gone from blissful ignorance to calculated The practice of making something sound better for the…

No VOC Claims

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No VOC Claims

Three mattress companies have settled with the FTC over claims that their mattresses do not contain volatile organic compounds, or VOCs. VOCs are emitted gases that may be harmful to…

Pink Ribbon Doesn’t Always Indicate A Healthy Buy

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Pink Ribbon Doesn’t Always Indicate A Healthy Buy

Should breast cancer foundations accept cash from companies selling these products?

Oreo Imposter Car Wrap Scam

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Oreo Imposter Car Wrap Scam

Fraudsters attempt to dunk on unsuspecting consumers.

Vemma Health Claims

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Vemma Health Claims

A TINA.org investigation has cataloged over 200 instances from 2005 to 2015 in which Vemma distributors have either made or referenced claims that the Vemma product line can treat, cure,…

Who’s Who and Who’s Sued: Celebrities Fight Back against Fake Endorsements

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Who’s Who and Who’s Sued: Celebrities Fight Back against Fake Endorsements

Sometimes, even celebrities are surprised by what they’re selling.

Crash Proof Retirement’s ‘Inflation Fighters’

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Crash Proof Retirement’s ‘Inflation Fighters’

TINA.org takes a closer look at company’s claims of ‘guaranteed income.’

By the Numbers: Greenwashing Class-Action Lawsuits

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By the Numbers: Greenwashing Class-Action Lawsuits

TINA.org has tracked more than 150 lawsuits alleging greenwashing.

Jury Hands Down Verdict in Prevagen Deceptive Marketing Case

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Jury Hands Down Verdict in Prevagen Deceptive Marketing Case

Verdict comes nine years after TINA.org alerted regulator to supplement’s unsubstantiated health claims.

CeraVe Acne Products

Class Action

CeraVe Acne Products

Allegations: Misleadingly representing that products were safe

Herbalife Class-Action Settlement By the Numbers

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Herbalife Class-Action Settlement By the Numbers

Here’s the breakdown of the $17.5 million settlement pie.

Restore Products for Wood Surfaces

Class Action

Restore Products for Wood Surfaces

In October 2019, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Rust-Oleum Corp. for allegedly misleadingly advertising Restore products for wood surfaces, including Restore Deck Start Wood Primer, Restore 2X, and Restore…

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