The CPSC said the faucets have harmful amounts of lead By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs May…
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Student Loan Fraudsters Permanently Banned From Debt Relief Industry And Required to Turn Over All Assets as Result of FTC Action
As a result of a Federal Trade Commission lawsuit, a fraudulent student loan debt relief operation…
NY sues Capital One, accuses it of 'cheating customers' out of interest payments
It's similar to a suit recently abandoned by consumer watchdog CFPB By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs…
Texas launches probe of General Mills over "health food" claims
Companies will be 'held accountable,' AG vows By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs May 15, 2025 AG…
FTC Chairman Testifies Before House Appropriations Committee on Agency’s Budget
Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson today appeared before the House Appropriations Committee’s Financial Services…
Some consumers have shifted to U.S. retailers in the wake of tariffs
New data suggest brands like Bloomingdales and Old Navy are picking up market share By Mark…
Health alert issued for chicken and bacon wraps
The products may be contaminated by listeria By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs May 15, 2025 The…
With NFL’s 2025 Schedule Set to be Announced, FTC Warns Ticket Reseller StubHub it Must Comply with Agency’s New Rule on Unfair and Deceptive Fees
As the National Football League prepares to announce the 2025 season schedule, staff of the Federal…
Home improvement retailer satisfaction soars, with Lowe's in first place
Online research contributing to a positive shopping experience, study finds By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs May…
The law is still the law, even though Consumer Watchdog CFPB has removed guidance documents
Legal experts warn companies that they can still be sued for violating CFPB regulations By Truman…
Ford recalls more than a quarter-million vehicles for brake fluid leak
The defect increases the risk of an accident By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs May 14, 2025…
Consumer watchdog CFPB cancels multi-million dollar Toyota, Walmart settlements
Critics say the actions amount to "corporate pardons" By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs May 14, 2025…
Google settles Texas privacy claims for $1.3 billion
It's by far the largest such settlement with a single state By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs…
New report shows deep disparities in the cost of core household bills
Where you live makes a big difference By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs May 14, 2025 doxos…
Used-car dealerships charge hidden fees: How to spot them
Domestic cars were more likely to have hidden fees By Dieter Holger of ConsumerAffairs May 14,…
Yogurt parfait products recalled due to undeclared allergen
The parfaits contain almonds, not listed in the ingredients By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs May 14,…
Too much sitting increases Alzheimer’s risk, even if you exercise
Study finds increased mobility mitigates the risk By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs May 14, 2025 A…
Consumers have cut spending – but not all spending categories
A survey shows areas where consumers are not willing to compromise By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs…
Eye care products recalled due to manufacturing concerns
So far, no injuries have been reported By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs May 13, 2025 BRS…
Gold prices plunge after the US and China reach a tariff truce
But is the rally in the precious metal over? By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs May 13,…
Where you live may determine how long you live
Yale studies link geographic disadvantage to longevity By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs May 13, 2025 Yale…
ESPN launching streaming services as cable erosion continues
The full tier service will feature everything now included on ESPN By James R. Hood of…