How a TINA.org Reader Tip Led to a Record Penalty for False Made in USA Claims
FTC says civil penalty against Williams-Sonoma is “the largest ever in a Made in USA case.”
July 2014: This case was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice, an amended version of the complaint can be refiled., the reasons for which have not been disclosed.
January 2014: A class-action lawsuit was filed against Linens ‘n Things for allegedly falsely marketing many of its textile products – including bedding, towels, and sheets – on its website. Specifically, plaintiffs claim that the company misleadingly represents products are made from bamboo when, according to the complaint, they are made from bamboo derivatives such as rayon. (Wolf et al v. LNT Acquisition LLC d/b/a Linens ‘n Things, Case No. 14-cv-00407, D. NJ.).
FTC says civil penalty against Williams-Sonoma is “the largest ever in a Made in USA case.”
The NBA superstar isn’t just cashing endorsement checks.
Lawsuit alleges environmental claims don’t stick.
Got milk? Apparently not.
Flag on the play.