It’s an unprecedented time. But even in the midst of monumental change, the FTC’s commitment to…
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FTC challenges claims that products could treat side effects of cancer treatment
The FTC’s fight against the deceptive marketing of unproven cancer treatments goes back to the early…
FTC takes action against stalking apps
You know that eerie feeling that someone is following your every move? If someone secretly installed…
FTC crunches the 2022 numbers. See where scammers continue to crunch consumers.
There are prime numbers, irrational numbers, and Fibonacci’s numbers – but from a consumer protection perspective,…
FTC Takes Action Against Uber for Deceptive Billing and Cancellation Practices
The Federal Trade Commission filed a lawsuit today against Uber, alleging the rideshare and delivery company…
Green lights, red flags, blue lobster: FTC Rules of the Road for Business heads to Cleveland
Green lights, red flags, blue lobster: FTC Rules of the Road for Business heads to Cleveland…
FTC settlement challenges deceptive claims by patent assertion entity
Patent assertion entities have been the subject of much debate in antitrust and intellectual property circles.…
It’s no longer business as usual at Herbalife: An inside look at the $200 million FTC settlement
Multi-level marketer Herbalife will pay $200 million back to people who were taken in by what…
FTC settlement with Amazon yields $70 million for consumers, advice for business
The FTC’s law enforcement action against Amazon for unauthorized billing recently settled, leaving two key takeaways:…
Refundamentals: How the FTC returns billions to consumers
You’ve seen the sentence in FTC news releases or blog posts: “The order includes a $__…
OTC homeopathic drugs: Established FTC proof standards apply
The FTC applies a consistent approach to evaluating ad claims. Companies must have a reasonable basis…
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…
FTC takes on unproven health claims and “own-dorsements”
It’s a disturbing trend. Companies are targeting older consumers, claiming to have easy answers for serious…
FTC sues American Immigration Center for claiming false government affiliation
When the FTC warns consumers about government imposter scams, we’re usually referring to bogus calls that…
FTC says Grand Bahama Cruise Line’s robocalls ran aground
Cruise ships should conjure up images of umbrella drinks, shuffleboard, and the Lido Deck – not…
New FTC Data Spotlight highlights text scams that may target your business
According to the FTC’s latest Data Spotlight, text scam losses are skyrocketing. In 2024 people reported…
FTC says consumers struck out by deceptive business “coaching” pitches
Vision Solution Marketing and related defendants pitch services to prospective entrepreneurs and people looking to supplement…
Out of the mouths of babes? FTC says Amazon kept kids’ Alexa voice data forever – even after parents ordered deletion
“Stop it!” Moms and Dads may have to repeat that instruction to their kids, but when…
3 tips from 3 FTC Consumer Review Fairness Act cases
Their lines of work are as different as can be: an HVAC and electrical contractor, a…
FTC Data Spotlight on scammers impersonating Amazon: How businesses can reduce injury to consumers
The FTC has been warning consumers for years about impersonation scams – calls that falsely claim…
FTC wants your feedback about proposed Made in USA Rule
If your clients are interested in Made in USA issues – and you know they are…