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Published on October 29th, 2019 by Shana Mueller
Last week, TINA.org Executive Director Bonnie Patten was presented with the Florence Kelley Consumer Leadership Award by the National Consumers League (NCL) for TINA.org’s work fighting false and deceptive advertising. “Bonnie is devoted to promoting honest, ... Read More →
Published on July 17th, 2019 by Bonnie Patten
"Detox" tea company's influencer-driven marketing claims fall flat. ... Read More →
Published on May 23rd, 2019 by Bonnie Patten
Comment made by TINA.org executive director, Bonnie Patten at the FDA’s public meeting on Responsible Innovation in Dietary Supplements held on May 16, 2019. Thank you for the opportunity to provide comments today on behalf of ... Read More →
Published on April 18th, 2019 by Jason Bagley
Not all of the puffed-up claims in this TV ad can be defended as puffery. ... Read More →
Published on March 25th, 2019 by Laura Smith
The ultimate question for one California court. ... Read More →
Published on March 14th, 2019 by Laura Smith
Texas court lets retailers off the hook for promoting products on shelves. ... Read More →
Published on March 7th, 2019 by Bonnie Patten
Counting up issues with study sure to be a sleep aid. ... Read More →
Published on February 22nd, 2019 by Bonnie Patten
Second Circuit rules FTC/NY case against Prevagen can proceed. ... Read More →
Published on February 20th, 2019 by Jason Bagley
In focusing on express claims, did the FTC overlook implied claims that convey the same message?... Read More →
Published on January 31st, 2019 by Bonnie Patten
Bankruptcy case targets payments made to Fyre Festival influencers. ... Read More →
Published on December 27th, 2018 by Bonnie Patten
It was another successful year outing deceptive marketing on multiple fronts.... Read More →
Published on December 17th, 2018 by Bonnie Patten
When it comes to testimonials, the truth will not always set marketers free. ... Read More →
Published on November 6th, 2018 by Jason Bagley
NAD decision regarding affiliate links sets a dangerous precedent for advertisers to manipulate editorial content.... Read More →
Published on June 19th, 2018 by Jason Bagley
Though it makes for a fun guessing game. ... Read More →
Published on May 2nd, 2018 by Guest Author
Neuroscientist questions the science behind brain training. ... Read More →
Published on February 7th, 2018 by Guest Author
Study demonstrates that effectively designed native advertising disclosures can decrease consumer deception. ... Read More →
Published on December 27th, 2017 by Bonnie Patten
When it came to keeping ads honest in 2017, TINA.org was plenty busy. ... Read More →
Published on October 17th, 2017 by TINA
TINA.org hits the road to keep current on marketing trends and promote truthful advertising. ... Read More →
Published on August 16th, 2017 by Guest Author
Former FTC economist outlines issues with new "anti-pyramid" bill. ... Read More →
Published on August 4th, 2017 by Jason Bagley
Cable news appears to be redefining the meaning of breaking news and reaping ad dollars along the way. ... Read More →