The Enduring Primacy of Retail Sales in an MLM Context

POST HIGHLIGHTS • Meaning of Amway rules (1979), especially the “70% rule” and subsequent deterioration • Koscot (1975), Omnitrition (1996), and BurnLounge (2014) provide seminal rulings on the determination of…

What You Should Know about Jeunesse Global

TINA.org investigation delves into claims by Florida-based anti-aging MLM.

Pump the Brakes on Those Green Claims

Eco-minded car shoppers remember these terms.

FTC Sues Weight-Loss Marketers for Blocking Bad Reviews

Complaint also asserts that company pushes deceptive weight-loss claims.

FDA Warns Tobacco Brands about ‘Natural’ Labels

Action called a milestone in FDA regulation of tobacco marketing.

Natural American Spirit

A healthier option to conventional smokes this cigarette brand is not.

Red Bull

Wellesse Joint Movement Glucosamine Supplements

The Willow Curve

Futuristic-looking device promises relief from nerve and joint pain but clinical trials appear to be lacking.

Judge approves Final Vitaminwater Settlement Despite Objections

Settlement scorecard: Lawyers, a cool million; consumers, nothing.

Walgreen Glucosamine Supplements

The Honest Company

Company’s “free” trial for diapers and wipes could end up costing you big if you miss the terms.

Wellesse Glucosamine Settlement Doesn’t Cure Ad Issues

TINA.org, continuing its efforts to oppose unfair settlements, files an objection.

Kashi Food Products and More

BlackFridayStart’s (Designer) Bag of Tricks

Buyer beware: There’s no guarantee on the prices or authenticity of the designer items sold on this website.

FTC Puts Brakes on Deceptive Advertising in Auto Ads

While consumers’ heads were a-spinning, important information went a-hiding.

Truvía® Sweeteners

State Officials Investigate Bob’s Discount Furniture after TINA.org Complaint

Company’s “interest free” financing hides important information from consumers.

Hydroxycut

Feds Settle with Dating Websites over ‘Virtual Cupids’

What’s love got to do with it? In the case of one online dating service, nothing at all, says the FTC.