Prevagen Is Going to the Dogs

Second Circuit rules FTC/NY case against Prevagen can proceed.

When Truthful Testimonials Are Deceptive

When it comes to testimonials, the truth will not always set marketers free.

DealDash’d: A Losing Bet for Consumers

Investigation finds company is using deceptive marketing to lure consumers to an illegal gambling site.

Citizens of Humanity Jeans and Macy’s

$50 Target Gift Card

This free gift card offer could end up costing you more than you wanted to spend on a Beats product.

ADT Agrees to Reveal whether it Paid Experts to Boost Service

FTC settles suit with company over charges of deceptive reviewers.

Terms of Use

These terms and conditions (the “Terms”) govern your access to and use of Truth in Advertising, Inc. (TINA.org)’s website (the “Site”).  By accessing or using the Site, you are agreeing…

To lease or to buy? The Age-Old Auto Debate

The age-old debate: to lease or to buy?  We could go on and on about depreciation and interest costs, what you’re paying for in a lease versus what you’re paying…

HelloFraud: TINA.org Files Complaint against Meal Kit Giant

False promises of “free meals” lead consumers to never-ending subscriptions.

FTC’s Negative Option Rule Needs Improvement

TINA.org applauds proposed amendments but pushes for more.

After IMMA’s ‘Breakthrough’ Convention, It’s Time To Break Up

Seven things TINA.org learned from attending MLM’s three-day event virtually.

Menopause Supplements

TINA.org investigated marketing tactics used by the menopause supplement industry and urged 100 companies to review their marketing.

Nutrient Content Claims on Plum Organics Baby Foods

Allegations: Deceiving consumers by representing that products will provide a certain amount of protein, fiber, and omega-3s when such nutrient content claims are prohibited on foods for children under two…

Morning Star Strand Bamboo Flooring

Allegations: Misleadingly marketing wood flooring as durable, meeting industry standards, and providing a 50 year warranty when the flooring is subject to premature cracking, splitting, warping, and shrinking

‘Act Your Age’ = ‘Make A Terrible Financial Decision’

It might be a catchy slogan, but it’s not a universally good idea.

Who’s Allowed to Play Games with the Stock Market?

The misleading advertising of democratizing finance.

Walmart Still Deceptively Marketing Made in USA, TINA.org Reports Company to FTC (Again)

MADISON, CONN. January 20, 2021 – With two years to go on a 10-year commitment to purchase $250 billion in products supporting American jobs, a new investigation by truthinadvertising.org (TINA.org)…

The Age of Flor de Caña Rum

Allegations: Misleadingly marketing the rum as 18 years old and slow aged when it is actually a mix of younger and older rums that have an average age of 18

TINA’s Take: Supreme Court Considers Whether Liars Can Keep Money They Stole

TINA.org files brief in critical case concerning FTC authority.

Overstepping Their Bounds: Deceptively Marketed Made in USA Shoes

Over the years, TINA.org has found several shoe brands running afoul of the FTC’s Made in USA standard.