Health
Agora Still Using Deception and Dark Patterns to Ensnare Seniors
Published on June 21st, 2021 by TINA
TINA.org refers publishing giant to FTC for enforcement action. ... Read More →
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Business
The Cost of Doing Business
Published on June 10th, 2021 by TINA
Comparing the amount companies agree to pay to settle deceptive marketing charges with their annual revenue.... Read More →
CATrends
CATrends: Phthalates in Boxed Macaroni and Cheese
Published on May 20th, 2021 by TINA
Lawsuits against Kraft and Annie's mac and cheese allege brands fail to disclose harmful chemical ingredients.... Read More →
Ad or Not?
Ad or Not? ESPN’s Star Wars-Themed Baseball Telecast
Published on May 4th, 2021 by TINA
"May the fourth" of distinguishing between organic content and paid advertising be with you.... Read More →
TINA's Take
TINA.org Executive Director to Testify in Senate Hearing
Published on April 26th, 2021 by TINA
Tune in on Tuesday to hear TINA.org's take on fighting fraud during the COVID-19 pandemic and strengthening the FTC's 13(b) authority.... Read More →
Listicles
Earth Day 2021: Companies Accused of Greenwashing
Published on April 19th, 2021 by TINA
When companies green it, they better mean it. ... Read More →
Multi-Level Marketing
LuLa-NO: Clothing MLM Violating Court Order
Published on April 5th, 2021 by TINA
TINA.org alerts Washington AG’s office to deceptive income claims and more. ... Read More →
CATrends
CATrends: Baby Foods Containing Toxic Heavy Metals
Published on March 25th, 2021 by TINA
Surge in class-action lawsuits follows congressional report. ... Read More →
TINA's Take
TINA’s Take: UK Bans Influencer Ads that Applied ‘Misleading’ Beauty Filters
Published on March 17th, 2021 by TINA
Instagram stories used filters that ASA said misleadingly exaggerated results tanning products could achieve.... Read More →
Ad or Not?
Ad or Not? Khloé Kardashian and Nordstrom
Published on March 11th, 2021 by TINA
Impromptu family fashion shoot or something less innocent?... Read More →
Beauty
Mary Kay Off-Roads into Deceptive Income Claims
Published on March 4th, 2021 by TINA
The pink Cadillac is just one of many things top-selling distributors tout but few distributors achieve. ... Read More →
Health
Puff Bar Flavors Resurface Following FDA Ban
Published on March 2nd, 2021 by TINA
FDA says it is aware of the situation but declined to comment on the regulatory status of disposable e-cigarette brand. ... Read More →
CATrends
CATrends: Toddler Formula
Published on February 23rd, 2021 by TINA
It’s the perfect formula for a class-action lawsuit trend.... Read More →
Health
A Growing List of Coronavirus Scams
Published on February 23rd, 2021 by TINA
A master list of known and alleged scams. ... Read More →
Listicles
Valentine’s Day Deception: Don’t Fall for These Bad Ads
Published on February 10th, 2021 by TINA
From "Belgian" chocolates made in the U.S. to knockoff engagement rings, be wary of these roadblocks to love. ... Read More →
TINA's Take
TINA.org Executive Director to Testify Before Congress
Published on February 2nd, 2021 by TINA
Tune in on Thursday to hear TINA.org's take on ways to safeguard consumers and fight fraud during the COVID-19 pandemic. ... Read More →
Multi-Level Marketing
LuLaRoe to Pay $4.75 Million to Settle Pyramid Allegations
Published on February 2nd, 2021 by TINA
Settlement avoids a trial that had been scheduled to begin on Feb 16.... Read More →
Business
TINA.org Brings Walmart’s Deceptive Made in USA Claims to the FTC, Again
Published on January 19th, 2021 by TINA
Walmart attempts to redefine what it legally means to be "made" in the USA.... Read More →
CATrends
Coronavirus Spawns Class-Action Lawsuits as Consumers Seek Refunds
Published on January 16th, 2021 by TINA
The pandemic has also triggered lawsuits over privacy issues with some video conferencing apps, and more.... Read More →
The Internet
TINA.org Webinar: FTC’s Remedial Authority After AMG
Published on January 15th, 2021 by TINA
In case you missed it, watch the webinar with FTC Commissioner Rohit Chopra. ... Read More →