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The Federal Trade Commission announced that it is exploring a rule to crack down on junk fees proliferating throughout the economy. Junk fees are unnecessary, unavoidable, or surprise charges that …
The Federal Trade Commission Is Cracking Down on Junk Fees Read More The Federal Trade Commission recently released a report on dark patterns, which are sophisticated design practices that companies use to trick consumers into buying products or services or giving up …
FTC Releases Report on Dark Patterns: How Companies Trick Consumers Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission recently proposed a rule to ban junk fees and bait-and-switch advertising tactics that can plague consumers throughout the car-buying experience. As auto prices surge, …
FTC Proposes Rule to Ban Junk Fees, Bait-and-Switch Tactics Plaguing Car Buyers Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Josh Shapiro announced that his office has filed a lawsuit against home improvement company Curtis Total Service, Inc., company manager Richard Price, and HVAC field supervisor …
AG Shapiro Files Suit Against HVAC Company, 2 Employees for Dishonest Sales Practices Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Friday, the Federal Trade Commission used its Penalty Offense Authority to take action against national retailers Kohl’s, Inc. and Walmart, Inc. for falsely marketing dozens of …
FTC Uses Penalty Offense Authority to Seek Largest-Ever Civil Penalty for Bogus Bamboo Marketing from Kohl’s and Walmart Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — At the request of the Federal Trade Commission, a federal district court in California recently ordered a stop to the illegal tactics used by marketers who deceptively …
Federal Court Rules in Favor of FTC, Halting Illegal Tactics Used to Promote Smoking Cessation, Weight-Loss, and Sexual-Performance Aids Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission is sending 34,893 checks and PayPal refunds totaling more than $2 million to consumers who lost money through a deceptive direct mail publications …
Full Refunds Sent to Consumers who Lost Money Through Deceptive Direct Mail Publications Scheme Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following a public comment period, the Federal Trade Commission has approved a final administrative consent order against Scottsdale, Arizona-based Kushly Industries LLC (Kushly) and the company’s owner, Cody …
FTC Approves Order Against Kushly Industriesfor Making Unsupported Health Claims Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission and its regional partners in Dallas will host a free, virtual workshop on June 24, 2021, to discuss advertising and data security basics …
FTC to Host Virtual Advertising and Data Security Workshop for Small Businesses Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission this week announced its latest law enforcement action to halt deceptive health and efficacy claims in the growing market for cannabidiol (CBD) products. …
FTC Announces Latest Enforcement Action Halting Deceptive CBD Product Marketing Read More