Is that a Real Job Offer? Know the Red Flags of Fake Opportunities

If you’re looking for a job, you need to watch out for ads offering to help you with your resume or help you find employment.  While some of these companies…

Starbucks’ Ethically Sourced Coffee and Tea Claims

Lawsuit tells a different story about the treatment of workers on Starbucks’ source farms.

What You Should Know about the Trivia App Givling

Odds are you being good at trivia is not enough if you want to pay off your student loan debt with this app.

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Have you ever been the victim of a false ad or a deceptive marketing scheme? Perhaps there was a time when a very compelling ad convinced you to buy a…

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Cast a Wary Eye when Scanning Craigslist and Classifieds

More than 50 million Americans are using Craigslist for everything from bartering for services to finding a roommate. Unlike your local newspaper or magazine, Craigslist ads are generally free, which…

FTC’s Arise Case Gives Consumer Advocates a Pick-Me-Up

Some *brighter* news after the Loper Bright SCOTUS decision.

iFLO AC Cleaner

Is this device maker blowing hot air when it comes to its clog-free claims?

Coronavirus Spawns Class-Action Lawsuits as Consumers Seek Refunds

The pandemic has also triggered lawsuits over privacy issues with some video conferencing apps, and more.

Hoover’s Made in USA Claims

Score another one for the fine print.

FTC Made in USA Actions Since 1996

A review of the FTC’s Made in USA enforcement actions

Federal Laws Governing Ads

There are many federal laws that regulate advertisements in some way or another.

Greg Viegas

A network marketing coach doesn’t deliver on his (expensive) promises.

ADT

Home security company sought to secure only positive reviews.

Kylie Jenner 2017 Database

Ad or Not? Olivia Munn, Booking.com, and People Magazine

The mysterious timing of a celeb Insta post and a tabloid article makes us wonder if there’s trouble in paradise.

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Everlywell’s Food Sensitivity Tests

These claims to detect intolerances to more than 200 foods are tough to stomach.

Bissell Steam Shot OmniReach and Omni Steam Cleaners

Allegations: Falsely marketing products as safe when their attachments can unexpectedly detach and the hot water and steam that escapes can burn consumers

Thread Count of Cotton Bed Linens