MyPillow Sleep Study is a Snoozer
March 7th, 2019 | by Bonnie P.
Counting up issues with study sure to be a sleep aid.
About Bonnie Patten
Bonnie, executive director of TINA.org, is an attorney and mother of three. Her commitment to educating the public about deceptive marketing stems from her belief that education is the only viable way to effectively eradicate the market for false ads.
Author Archives: Bonnie Patten
Prevagen Is Going to the Dogs
February 22nd, 2019 | by Bonnie P.
Second Circuit rules FTC/NY case against Prevagen can proceed.
Will the Fyre Starters Finally Get Burned?
January 31st, 2019 | by Bonnie P.
Bankruptcy case targets payments made to Fyre Festival influencers.
TINA.org’s Sixth Year in Review
December 27th, 2018 | by Bonnie P.
It was another successful year outing deceptive marketing on multiple fronts.
When Truthful Testimonials Are Deceptive
December 17th, 2018 | by Bonnie P.
When it comes to testimonials, the truth will not always set marketers free.
TINA.org’s Fifth Year in Review
December 27th, 2017 | by Bonnie P.
When it came to keeping ads honest in 2017, TINA.org was plenty busy.
#NeriumTruth Campaign Summary
July 26th, 2017 | by Bonnie P.
A recap of TINA.org pressuring Nerium to #GetReal
TINA.org to Nerium: Take Down Questionable Health and Income Claims
July 17th, 2017 | by Bonnie P.
Watch for #NeriumTruth social media campaign exposing company's inappropriate health and income claims.
All Cheer The Unsubscribe Act
March 6th, 2017 | by Bonnie P.
National Consumer Protection Week is a good time to bring attention to this bill.
TINA.org’s Fourth Year in Review
December 8th, 2016 | by Bonnie P.
Here's what we accomplished in 2016 with your help.
Help Support TINA.org’s Mission
November 29th, 2016 | by Bonnie P.
We strive to keep ads honest for consumers and businesses alike.
Does this New Federal Bill Promote Pyramid Schemes?
May 19th, 2016 | by Bonnie P.
TINA.org deconstructs how this proposed legislation really protects the industry.
2016 FTC National Consumer Protection Week Webinar
March 8th, 2016 | by Bonnie P.
Presentation given by TINA.org Executive Director to congressional staff for National Consumer Protection Week 2016.
TINA.org’s Third Year In Review
December 21st, 2015 | by Bonnie P.
What we did this year at TINA.org.
Did the 5th Circuit Just Call Texas-based Ignite a Pyramid Scheme?
November 30th, 2015 | by Bonnie P.
The court left little doubt about this company's business operations.
Jeunesse Income Disclosure Raises More Questions than Answers
November 10th, 2015 | by Bonnie P.
Not a lot of people are making much money.
Settling Up: Vemma
September 29th, 2015 | by Bonnie P.
A Vemma settlement with the FTC will likely take this form.
Here’s How the Vemma Case Ends
September 21st, 2015 | by Bonnie P.
Vemma unlikely to pursue long-drawn out court battle.
What You Should Know about the FTC’s Action against Vemma
August 26th, 2015 | by Bonnie P.
Having combed through the 200-plus pages that the FTC filed against Vemma Nutrition Company, Vemma International Holdings, Inc., Benson K.
