Smartphones threaten children’s well-being, study warns

Researchers say early smartphone use can have long-term consequences By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs July 24,…

Federal Trade Commission Warns Companies to Comply with “Made in USA” Requirements

Today, the Federal Trade Commission sent warning letters to four companies who claim their consumer goods…

Postal Service warns consumers about increasing ‘brushing scams’

It might not seem like a threat, but it is By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June…

Cannabis may double heart death risk, study warns

20% increased stroke risk and 29% higher chance of acute coronary syndrome By James R. Hood…

Looking for an Employer Identification Number (EIN)? The FTC warns businesses and consumers to watch out for IRS imposters

Maybe you’re opening a small business or hiring a household employee? Or you’re starting a nonprofit…

Deadly button batteries in light-up childrens' skirts, regulator warns

Button batteries are under stricter safety rules after surge of ER visits By Dieter Holger of…

USDA warns consumers about contaminated ground beef

The meat was sold nationwide at Whole Foods Market stores By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June…

Recalled tomatoes could be deadly, FDA warns

The salmonella-tainted tomatoes were sold in three states By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 3, 2025…

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…

‘Pharmacy deserts’ are a threat to health in some areas, study warns

Researchers found that nearly 18% of Americans live in pharmacy deserts By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs…

FBI warns about discount medical insurance scams

Medical discount cards dont provide insurance coverage By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs May 2, 2025 The…

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…

FTC Warns Operators of Websites that Charge for an Employer Identification Number and Claim Affiliation with the IRS

Federal Trade Commission staff sent letters to operators of websites that sell Employer Identification Number (EIN)…