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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched legal proceedings against Qargo Coffee and its founders, citing significant breaches of the Franchise Rule. The action highlights the FTC’s …
FTC Acts Against Qargo Coffee for Franchise Rule Violations Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), a member of the Senate Finance Committee, has released a report highlighting the negative impact of private equity firm Centre Lane Partners …
Private Equity’s Role in Glass Factory Closure Sparks Senator’s Call for Federal Probe Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has amended the Negative Option Rule, also known as the “Click to Cancel” rule. This amendment is designed to simplify the process …
Say Goodbye to Subscription Headaches: FTC’s New Rule Simplifies Cancellations and Boosts Consumer Rights Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has unanimously approved significant amendments to the premerger notification form and associated rules under the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act. These updates are designed …
FTC Finalizes Revisions to Premerger Notification Process to Enhance Antitrust Enforcement Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has commenced the distribution of over $449,000 in refunds to consumers victimized by American Vehicle Protection Corp. This action follows the FTC’s …
FTC Issues Refunds to Victims of Auto Warranty Telemarketing Scam Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has mandated that Marriott International, Inc. and its subsidiary, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide LLC, implement a comprehensive information security program to …
FTC Holds Marriott and Starwood Accountable for Extensive Data Breaches Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated a significant refund process, distributing over $1.1 million to consumers who were misled by LCA-Vision’s deceptive advertising strategies concerning LASIK …
FTC Enforces Consumer Refunds Following Deceptive LASIK Promotions by LCA-Vision Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a recent enforcement action, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has disbursed over $88,000 in refunds to consumers affected by deceptive marketing practices related to Instant Brands’ …
FTC Issues Refunds Over Misleading ‘Made in USA’ Claims by Instant Brands Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently taken steps to address antitrust concerns stemming from Chevron Corporation’s proposed acquisition of Hess Corporation. The FTC has approved a …
FTC Intervenes in Chevron-Hess Merger Over Antitrust Concerns Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced the distribution of more than $2.8 million in refunds to individuals misled by a fraudulent “free trial” scheme orchestrated by Apex …
FTC Distributes $2.8 Million in Refunds to Victims of Deceptive ‘Free Trial’ Scheme Read More