FTC Tells Consumers Ways to Give Wisely For Your Information February 12, 2008 As many people generously open their hearts and wallets to help those affected by the recent tornadoes in the Southeast, the Federal Trade Commission is urging consumers to be cautious of potential charity scams. Scam artists may take advantage of the tragedy […]
Monthly Archives: February 2008
FTC Staff Extends Comment Period for Proposed Online Behavioral Advertising Principles; Commission Approves Final Consent Orders in Matters of Milliman, Inc. and Ingenix, Inc.
Extension of public comment period: Following the FTC’s “Ehavioral Advertising” Town Hall on December 22, 2007, Commission staff released a set of proposed online behavioral advertising principles. The staff requested that all interested parties submit comments on the principles and related issues by February 22, 2008. The staff has now extended the comment period through […]
FTC Sues Sellers of Weight-Loss Pills for False Advertising
The Federal Trade Commission has charged a business operation with violating federal law by falsely claiming that its weight-loss pills cause users to lose weight without dieting or exercise. According to the FTC’s complaint, since 2005 the defendants have marketed their product throughout the nation under the names Zyladex Plus, Questral AC, Questral AC Fat […]
FTC To Host Public Workshop on Unilateral Effects Analysis and Litigation
The Federal Trade Commission will hold a workshop on Tuesday, February 12, 2008, at 9 a.m. EST to examine “Unilateral Effects Analysis and Litigation.” The event, which was announced by Chairman Majoras in her keynote address at the ABA Antitrust Law Section’s Fall Forum, will be held at the Commission’s satellite building conference center from […]
Statement of FTC Chairman Deborah Platt Majoras on Congressional Passage of Legislation Regarding the National Do Not Call Registry
“Congress has taken important steps reaffirming the continued success of the extremely popular Do Not Call program by passing legislation that permanently reauthorizes the Do Not Call Registry and eliminates the need for consumers to re-register their telephone numbers. The Commission is committed to protecting consumers from unwanted telemarketer calls, and the legislation announced today […]
FTC Offers Pearls of Wisdom for Jewelry Shoppers
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, the Federal Trade Commission has issued a new publication, “Puttin’ on the Glitz: What to Know When Jewelry Shopping,” to help consumers make smart decisions about buying gold, watches, gemstones, pearls, and diamonds. The FTC recommends that consumers take time to compare prices and quality at several retailers, […]
Commission Submits FY 2009 Budget Request and GPRA Performance Plans to Congress
For Your Information February 5, 2008 Budget request and GPRA Performance Plans submission to Congress: The Commission has approved the following documents: 1) the FTC’s FY 2009 Budget Overview Statement; 2) the Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) Performance Plans for FY 2008 and FY 2009; and 3) the President’s Management Agenda exhibit. These documents […]
FTC Releases Agenda for Public Workshop on Unilateral Effects Analysis and Litigation
The Federal Trade Commission today released an agenda for the upcoming public workshop on February 12, 2008, in Washington, DC, to examine “Unilateral Effects Analysis and Litigation.” The event, which was previously announced by Chairman Majoras in her keynote address at the ABA Antitrust Law Section’s Fall Forum, will be held at the Commission’s satellite […]
FTC Dismisses Administrative Complaint Challenging Acquisition of The Peoples Natural Gas Company from Dominion Resources, Inc.
In light of the parties’ abandonment of their proposed transaction, the Federal Trade Commission today announced its approval and issuance of an order dismissing the agency’s 2007 administrative complaint challenging Equitable Resources, Inc.’s (Equitable) proposed acquisition of The Peoples Natural Gas Company (Dominion Peoples), a subsidiary of Dominion Resources, Inc. In March 2007, the Commission […]
FTC to Host Town Hall Meeting to Explore the Mobile Marketplace
The Federal Trade Commission will host a two-day Town Hall meeting to explore the evolving mobile commerce (M-commerce) marketplace and its implications for consumer protection policy. The Town Hall, titled “Beyond Voice: Mapping the Mobile Marketplace,” follows up on the FTC’s November 2006 forum, “Protecting Consumers in the Next Tech-Ade,” which examined the key technological […]