Things You Should Know about E-Cigarettes

Surgeon General calls e-cigarettes a health risk for youngsters; advocates call for tougher marketing restrictions.

Jeunesse, Top Distributors Face Pyramid, RICO Allegations

Few Jeunesse products are ever sold to anyone but distributors, lawsuit contends.

An Open Letter to Congress on H.R. 5230

Renowned pyramid scheme expert denounces proposed federal law.

E-Cigs Subject to Pre-Market Approval under FDA Final Rules

Critics say there are still gaps in regulation of marketing of vaping products.

The Confusing Price of Enjoying Art

Advertised admission prices are not what they appear.

DeVry University

Health Experts Call for More Vigorous Dietary Supplement Oversight

Tainted products pose serious health risks.

The Direct Selling Association on Pyramid Schemes: Truth and Truthiness

Guest blog by Peter Vander Nat and William Keep.

Higher One Accounts

Penn Foster College

For-profit college reaches settlement with Oregon Department of Justice over accreditation claims.

Not Your Grandma’s Tupperware: MLMs vs Pyramid Schemes

More needs to be done to shut down pyramid schemes.

WakeUpNow Put to Sleep: Closes down U.S. Affiliate Operations

Company says former CEO is to blame for its failure.

Medicaid Insurance Site Holds No Benefit for Consumers

Website claims to provide Medicaid assistance but your personal information is at risk.

Things to Know about Vemma One Year Later

Company tweaks policies as pressure mounts.

Vemma Declared Pyramid Scheme by Italy’s Competition and Markets Authority

Ad Watchdog TINA.org Says Vemma’s U.S. Reforms Fall Short MADISON, Conn., April 24, 2014 — An analysis by advertising watchdog truthinadvertising.org (TINA.org) has determined that Vemma Nutrition Company’s new compensation plan is…

Oh, Verizon

Navigating the minefield of wireless customer service.

Say What?

The best (as in, most absurd or fascinating) ad quotes of 2013.

Investigation by truthinadvertising.org Reveals Eight Things You Should Know About Vemma

MADISON, CT, July 10, 2013 — Vemma Nutrition Company promises it will “transform lives through ultra premium products and a generous compensation plan.” The Scottsdale, Ariz.-based company, which touts that…

What You Should Know about Vemma

Investigation reveals a number of questionable practices.

Consumers Helping to Hawk Products During Super Bowl

From cars to pizza, companies are increasingly finding ways to involve consumers in game day commercials.