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FTC Shuts Down Marketing of Supplements on Fake Radio Talk Show

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FTC Shuts Down Marketing of Supplements on Fake Radio Talk Show

Claims about efficacy of supplements and undisclosed paid endorsers at issue.

A Sirius Matter

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A Sirius Matter

Internet radio giant settles claims it billed consumers without their consent.

TINA.org Reports Balance of Nature’s Coronavirus Claims to FDA, FTC

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TINA.org Reports Balance of Nature’s Coronavirus Claims to FDA, FTC

Company falsely claims its ‘Fruits’ and ‘Veggies’ supplements can prevent and help treat the coronavirus.

When It Comes to Mileage, the More MPG Numbers the Better

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When It Comes to Mileage, the More MPG Numbers the Better

Letter to FTC from consumer groups weighs in on deceptive mileage claims in car ads.

Leading Nowhere: The Industry Within the MLM Industry

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Leading Nowhere: The Industry Within the MLM Industry

Ex-Herbalifer brings questionable lead generation tactics to Vemma.

New Study Details E-Cigarette Marketing to Teens

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New Study Details E-Cigarette Marketing to Teens

Several lawmakers call for more federal oversight.

The Winners from the 2014 Cannes Lions

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The Winners from the 2014 Cannes Lions

The 2014 Cannes Lion Ad Award Winners, it’s like the Oscars of advertising.

What You Need to Know about Lear Capital

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What You Need to Know about Lear Capital

Investing with Lear may test your mettle when it comes to precious coins.

Timeline

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Timeline

A brief history of deceptive advertising.

Credit Repair

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Credit Repair

How much do you know about A financial services product that clearly was created by a magician, since it’s a complete illusion – a product that isn’t really there. Ads…

APR? HECM? KNOW YOUR FINANCING

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APR? HECM? KNOW YOUR FINANCING

Perhaps no segment of our economy is more confusing to the normal, everyday consumer than financial services. Whether it’s the lingo, such as Annual percentage rate; the amount of interest…

Are Tobacco Ad Regulations Doing Enough to Deter Smoking?

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Are Tobacco Ad Regulations Doing Enough to Deter Smoking?

How tobacco companies can advertise is heavily regulated. For example, ads for tobacco products are banned from TV and radio, and all advertising for cigarettes and packaging of the product are…

ADT Agrees to Reveal whether it Paid Experts to Boost Service