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Pyramid Scheme Expert Issues Warning about Vemma

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Pyramid Scheme Expert Issues Warning about Vemma

Business school dean cautions students and other deans.

Vemma Facing Judicial Inquiries in Europe

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Vemma Facing Judicial Inquiries in Europe

Nutrition supplement affiliate marketing company facing scrutiny overseas.

Ghost Health Claims

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Ghost Health Claims

A TINA.org and Rudd Center investigation has cataloged a sampling of marketing materials in which Ghost products are promoted using unsubstantiated and unapproved health claims. *TINA.org has shortened the length…

After IMMA’s ‘Breakthrough’ Convention, It’s Time To Break Up

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After IMMA’s ‘Breakthrough’ Convention, It’s Time To Break Up

Seven things TINA.org learned from attending MLM’s three-day event virtually.

Has Your College Student Been Recruited by a Questionable MLM?

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Has Your College Student Been Recruited by a Questionable MLM?

Parents share their stories and experts offer tips on what families can do.

TAKEDOWN: Feds Move against Vemma

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TAKEDOWN: Feds Move against Vemma

FTC alleges Vemma is a pyramid scheme and freezes assets.

These Companies Should Get Coal in their Holiday Stockings

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These Companies Should Get Coal in their Holiday Stockings

Some notable companies facing deceptive advertising claims.

Ghost Kid-Friendly Marketing

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Ghost Kid-Friendly Marketing

A TINA.org and Rudd Center investigation into Ghost LLC revealed that the company is not only advertising and packaging adult-only products in a manner that appeals to children but it…

Direct Selling Association is Honoring Ethics Code Violators According to TINA.org

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Direct Selling Association is Honoring Ethics Code Violators According to TINA.org

MADISON, CONN. June 7, 2016–The Direct Selling Association (DSA), the national trade association for multi-level marketing companies, honors 22 companies that purportedly “serve as examples of direct selling at its…

What You Should Know about Vemma

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What You Should Know about Vemma

Investigation reveals a number of questionable practices.

Red Bull

Class Action

Red Bull

May 2015: A federal judge granted final approval of the settlement. September 2014: A federal judge preliminarily approved the settlement terms. A hearing for final approval will be held on…

Investigation by truthinadvertising.org Reveals Eight Things You Should Know About Vemma

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Investigation by truthinadvertising.org Reveals Eight Things You Should Know About Vemma

MADISON, CT, July 10, 2013 — Vemma Nutrition Company promises it will “transform lives through ultra premium products and a generous compensation plan.” The Scottsdale, Ariz.-based company, which touts that…

Amare Global Happy Juice

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Amare Global Happy Juice

MLM’s advertising claims are in need of a gut check.

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2023

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TINA.org’s Year in Review 2023

Here’s what we accomplished in 2023 with your help.

Generation UCAN SuperStarch Products

Class Action

Generation UCAN SuperStarch Products

December 2018: This action was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled. as to the named plaintiff’s individual claims and When a complaint is…

CATrends: Fake White Chocolate

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CATrends: Fake White Chocolate

Stocking stuffer alert: These “white chocolate” treats are allegedly missing key ingredients.

Muscle Milk

Class Action

Muscle Milk

July 2014: A federal judge granted final approval of the settlement. November 2013: A federal judge preliminarily approved a settlement agreement that would resolve this lawsuit. According to its terms,…

The Rise and Fall of Vemma