When public health concerns hit the headlines, some companies rush to the market with products advertised…
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Thinking about making Coronavirus claims? Read the latest FTC warning letters first.
It’s FTC Advertising 101: Don’t make claims about serious medical conditions unless you have solid proof…
COPPA Guidance for Ed Tech Companies and Schools during the Coronavirus
“Social distancing,” “shelter-in-place,” “virtual happy hour”— these are some of the new expressions on everyone’s lips…
Joint letters take new steps to stop illegal Coronavirus robocalls
Consumers hate illegal robocalls. And as the thousands of reports pouring into the FTC indicate, they…
Fighting Coronavirus scams: Taking stock
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 crisis, the FTC has released dozens of warning letters against…
First FTC coronavirus lawsuit alleges company lured consumers with false SBA connection
The COVID-19 crisis has many small businesses on the ropes, so it’s unfortunate we have to…
50 more FTC warning letters say “Enough!” to questionable coronavirus claims
Elderberry, hydrogen peroxide, iodine, mushrooms, and horse milk. (Horse milk?) The FTC just sent 50 more…