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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a series of recent actions aimed at protecting small business owners from unfair and deceptive practices by franchisors. These measures …
FTC Takes Action Against Unfair Practices in Franchising Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced recent adjustments to the monetary exemption thresholds under its Franchise Rule, reflecting changes due to inflation. These adjustments will take …
FTC Adjusts Franchise Rule Exemption Thresholds to Reflect Inflation Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and two international consumer protection networks have unveiled concerning findings from a global review of websites and mobile apps. The study shows …
FTC and Global Watchdogs Reveal Widespread Use of Dark Patterns in Apps and Websites Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — California-based tech company, NGL Labs, LLC, and its co-founders, Raj Vir and Joao Figueiredo, have landed in hot water with the Federal Trade Commission and the Los …
Anonymous App Banned for Endangering Minors: FTC and LA District Attorney Takes Action Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has passed a new piece of consumer protection legislation designed to enhance transparency and fairness in financial transactions. State Rep. Darisha Parker, …
Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Enhance Consumer Protection Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a watershed case, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken down a major student loan scam. Deploying its newly-minted Impersonation Rule for the first time, the …
Massive Student Loan Scam Halted: Understanding the First Case Under FTC’s New Impersonation Rule Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized an order that bans software provider Avast from selling, disclosing, or licensing web browsing data for advertising purposes. This decision …
FTC Bans Avast from Selling User Browsing Data, Orders $16.5 Million Payment Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — After wrapping up a thorough review spanning several years, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has ratified final modifications to its Ophthalmic Practice Rules, colloquially known as the …
Revamped FTC Eyeglass Rule Empowers Consumers: A Nudge Towards Fairer Marketplace Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — This week, Attorney General Michelle Henry announced a lawsuit against Concord Auto Protect, Inc., a vehicle service repair contract company based in King of Prussia. The company …
Pennsylvania Attorney General Sues Concord Auto Protect for Warranty Scam Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has secured settlements against the operators of a large-scale sweepstakes scam that defrauded consumers out of millions of dollars. The settlements permanently …
FTC Shuts Down Sweepstakes Scam Operators in Landmark Settlement Read More