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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently finalized a new rule aimed at combating two widespread illegal tactics consumers face when purchasing a vehicle: bait-and-switch tactics and hidden junk fees. …
FTC Finalizes New Rule to Combat Auto Retail Scams, Aims to Save Consumers $3.4 Billion Annually Read More
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced recently proposed orders against the operators of a scheme known as “The Sales Mentor,” which reportedly made millions by falsely promising consumers significant earnings …
FTC Obtains Proposed Orders Against ‘The Sales Mentor’ Scheme, Defendants to Pay $1 Million for Consumer Refunds Read More The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is taking action against Florida-based EXOTOUSA LLC, also known as Old Southern Brass, and its owner, Austin Oliver. The company is accused of falsely claiming …
FTC Takes Action Against EXOTOUSA for False Advertising Claims Read More The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the initiation of a claims process for consumers who were negatively impacted by Credit Karma’s misleading credit card pre-approval practices. According to the …
FTC Launches Claims Process for Consumers Affected by Credit Karma’s Misleading “Pre-Approved” Offers Read More
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a virtual informal hearing to be held on January 16, 2024, regarding proposed amendments to the Negative Option Rule. The hearing will feature …
FTC to Hold Virtual Hearing on Proposed Amendments to Negative Option Rule Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry filed a lawsuit on Thursday against Split Rock Investments, LLC, and SCH USA, LLC, collectively known as “Bel Air,” which operates under the …
Pennsylvania Attorney General Sues Split Rock Resort Owners Over Deceptive Practices Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Attorney General Michelle Henry has cautioned residents about a new scam targeting holiday shoppers who purchase gift cards. The scam, known as “card draining,” is reportedly on the …
Pennsylvania Attorney General Warns of Holiday Gift Card Scammers Read More
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced it is distributing more than $3 million in refunds to businesses that had purchased memberships from HomeAdvisor, Inc., a company affiliated with Angi, …
FTC Sends Over $3 Million in Refunds to Businesses Over HomeAdvisor’s Deceptive Marketing Claims Read More
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently green-lighted an omnibus resolution that grants authority for the use of compulsory process in nonpublic investigations. These investigations focus on products and services …
FTC Approves Resolution for Streamlined Investigations into AI-Related Practices Read More
California-based CRI Genetics, LLC (CRI) has agreed to pay a $700,000 civil penalty and halt a range of deceptive practices as part of a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission …
CRI Genetics to Pay $700K and Cease Deceptive Practices in FTC, California AG Settlement Read More