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TINA.org Continues to Support FTC Efforts to Prohibit Junk Fees

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TINA.org Continues to Support FTC Efforts to Prohibit Junk Fees

TINA.org comment showcases the ongoing need for an FTC rule.

Montefiore Ads Pollute NYC Highways

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Montefiore Ads Pollute NYC Highways

New York neurosurgery center features deceptive testimonial on billboards and website

Naming Rights – The New Way to Support Our Country

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Naming Rights – The New Way to Support Our Country

For the next 25 years, MetLife has secured the naming rights for the new stadium where the New York Giants and Jets will play. Welcome to MetLife Stadium, football fans! …

Sunshine Week: Utah’s Small Step toward the Light

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Sunshine Week: Utah’s Small Step toward the Light

State moves closer to disclosing vital consumer complaints but there’s more work to be done.

Planned Parenthood’s Reported Use of ‘Marketing Trackers’

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Planned Parenthood’s Reported Use of ‘Marketing Trackers’

Organization reportedly shared information with tech companies for marketing purposes.

Confession: I Fell for HelloFresh’s ‘Free Breakfast’

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Confession: I Fell for HelloFresh’s ‘Free Breakfast’

A reminder to be careful about ad claims that may seem too good to be true.

The Direct Selling Association on Pyramid Schemes: Truth and Truthiness

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The Direct Selling Association on Pyramid Schemes: Truth and Truthiness

Guest blog by Peter Vander Nat and William Keep.

I Was Desperate for a Job, But Not This One

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I Was Desperate for a Job, But Not This One

The opportunity of a lifetime? Not so much.

Not Your Grandma’s Tupperware: MLMs vs Pyramid Schemes

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Not Your Grandma’s Tupperware: MLMs vs Pyramid Schemes

More needs to be done to shut down pyramid schemes.

The Confusing Price of Enjoying Art

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The Confusing Price of Enjoying Art

Advertised admission prices are not what they appear.

An Open Letter to Congress on H.R. 5230

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An Open Letter to Congress on H.R. 5230

Renowned pyramid scheme expert denounces proposed federal law.

Oh, Verizon

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Oh, Verizon

Navigating the minefield of wireless customer service.

The Argument for TINA.org

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The Argument for TINA.org

Advertising spending totals about $150 billion annually in the United States and $500 billion globally. Many of the dollars spent today on advertising are no longer used for traditional print…

Advertising Attorneys, These Ads Are for You

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Advertising Attorneys, These Ads Are for You

While these ads can be appreciated by all, they may strike a chord with ad lawyers.

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2022

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TINA.org’s Year in Review 2022

Here’s what we accomplished in 2022 with your help.

Let’s Judge Mortgage Scammers

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Let’s Judge Mortgage Scammers

Deceptive mailings attempt to trick homeowners into thinking they need to take action.

Kevin Trudeau – one heck of a salesman or one heck of a liar?

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Kevin Trudeau – one heck of a salesman or one heck of a liar?

Self-described “consumer advocate” and “exposer of corporate and government corruption,” this convicted felon lost the latest round in his decade long battle with the FTC. On November 29, 2011, the…

TINA.org’s Year In Review 2013

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TINA.org’s Year In Review 2013

What we did this year on TINA.org.

Settling Up: Vemma

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Settling Up: Vemma

A Vemma settlement with the FTC will likely take this form.

What You Should Know about the FTC’s Action against Vemma

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What You Should Know about the FTC’s Action against Vemma

Having combed through the 200-plus pages that the FTC filed against Vemma Nutrition Company, Vemma International Holdings, Inc., Benson K. (B.K.) Boreyko, Tom Alkazin and his wife Bethany (defendants) in…

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TINA.org Continues to Support FTC Efforts to Prohibit Junk Fees

Montefiore Ads Pollute NYC Highways

Naming Rights – The New Way to Support Our Country

Sunshine Week: Utah’s Small Step toward the Light

Planned Parenthood’s Reported Use of ‘Marketing Trackers’

Confession: I Fell for HelloFresh’s ‘Free Breakfast’

The Direct Selling Association on Pyramid Schemes: Truth and Truthiness

I Was Desperate for a Job, But Not This One

Not Your Grandma’s Tupperware: MLMs vs Pyramid Schemes

The Confusing Price of Enjoying Art

An Open Letter to Congress on H.R. 5230

Oh, Verizon

The Argument for TINA.org

Advertising Attorneys, These Ads Are for You

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2022

Let’s Judge Mortgage Scammers

Kevin Trudeau – one heck of a salesman or one heck of a liar?

TINA.org’s Year In Review 2013

Settling Up: Vemma

What You Should Know about the FTC’s Action against Vemma