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Can a Police Officer Lie to Elicit a Confession from a Suspect in New York? — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — December 5, 2024

In a recent criminal case before a New York court, the defendant appealed her conviction for…

Bread rolls recalled because they may contain glass

The bread was sold in six states By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs April 29, 2025 Key…

The Dannon Order | Federal Trade Commission

When visiting an unfamiliar city, it helps to have a tour guide – a knowledgeable local…

OEMs Might Soon Get Clarity On Massachusetts and Maine Right to Repair Laws

OEMs may finally get some clarity in the next couple of months about their obligations under…

Lysol must modify “Eliminates Odor” claims, ad watchdog says

A high-profile dispute gets a mixed response from BBB By James R. Hood of ConsumerAffairs April…

New York Defendant Unsuccessfully Argues to Overturn Drug Convictions — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — December 12, 2024

Recently, a New York defendant in a drug case, appealed his convictions before the Appellate Division,…

Only one US beach makes the list of ‘The World’s 50 Best Beaches’

The lone American beach making the list is on Floridas west coast By Mark Huffman of…

El costo humano de los recortes de Trump a los programas de tratamiento de adicciones

Cuando la administración Trump recortó a finales de marzo más de $11.000 millones en fondos estatales…

GM issues massive recall of nearly 600,000 vehicles

Manufacturing defects may lead to engine failure By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs April 29, 2025 Key…

The Week in Weed: January 10, 2025

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world…

Lessons from the Facebook settlement (even if you’re not Facebook)

The terms of the FTC’s proposed settlement apply only to Facebook. But to paraphrase noted legal…

Plastics chemical linked to over 350,000 heart disease deaths worldwide

A new study links the plastic chemical DEHP to 356,000 heart disease deaths globally in 2018,…

Consumer confidence plunges to pandemic-era lows

A growing number of consumers fear tariffs will produce a recession By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs…

The “law” of averages: FTC challenges SoFi’s student loan refinancing claims

Imagine a baseball scout is taking a look at a prospect. On paper, the slugger’s batting…

Mind the Gap: EEOC Report Warns of Substantial Gender Pay Gap for Federal Employees, Exacerbated by Age.

By: Ala Salameh, Andrew Scroggins, and Christopher DeGroff Seyfarth Synopsis: On January 2, 2025, the EEOC…

New EPA rule targets PFAS chemicals in drinking water

The 'forever chemicals' are thought to have a wide range of health consequences By James R.…

Ordinance or Law Coverage | Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog

When it comes to protecting your home, business, or investment property, there’s one essential coverage that…

Commission issues opinion in Cambridge Analytica case

There are foundational consumer protection principles that bear repeating whenever the opportunity arises. The FTC’s just-announced…

Cuando los abuelos ya no te reconocen

Ocurrió hace más de una década, pero el momento permanece en su memoria. Sara Stewart conversaba…

The number of U.S. smokers has declined sharply

Young adults are now the least likely to light up By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs April…

Prescription drug prices have outpaced inflation and tariffs would make them pricier

Prescription drug prices have been on a steady climb By Dieter Holger of ConsumerAffairs April 29,…

Hot Topic: Nevada Joins Ranks of States Enforcing Onerous New Heat Illness Rules

Nevada’s sunny and hot summers pose hazards of heat-related illnesses to outdoor workers and non-climate-controlled indoor…