FTC Files Suit to Stop Illegal Robocalls Pushing Vehicle Warranty Extensions

The Federal Trade Commission is asking a federal court to shut down a telemarketing campaign that has been bombarding U.S. consumers with hundreds of millions of allegedly deceptive “robocalls” in an effort to sell them vehicle service contracts under the guise that they are extensions of original vehicle warranties. In two related complaints filed in […]

FTC Files Suit to Stop Illegal Robocalls Pushing Vehicle Warranty Extensions

The Federal Trade Commission is asking a federal court to shut down a telemarketing campaign that has been bombarding U.S. consumers with hundreds of millions of allegedly deceptive “robocalls” in an effort to sell them vehicle service contracts under the guise that they are extensions of original vehicle warranties. In two related complaints filed in […]

FTC Warns Internet Peddlers that Potentially Bogus H1N1 Influenza Products May Violate Federal Law

The Federal Trade Commission has warned Web site operators who made claims that their products can prevent, treat, or cure the Influenza A/H1N1 virus, commonly known as swine flu, that they must have scientific proof to support their claims. The FTC told the companies, whose products include dietary supplements, air filtration devices, and cleaning agents, […]

Statement in the Matter of Rambus

For Release May 14, 2009 The Federal Trade Commission has formally dismissed the complaint in the Rambus matter. “While we remain disappointed by the decision of the Court of Appeals, we of course respect the Court’s opinion and will move forward,” said Richard A. Feinstein, Director of the Bureau of Competition. “The standard-setting issues that […]

Statement in the Matter of Rambus

For Release May 14, 2009 The Federal Trade Commission has formally dismissed the complaint in the Rambus matter. “While we remain disappointed by the decision of the Court of Appeals, we of course respect the Court’s opinion and will move forward,” said Richard A. Feinstein, Director of the Bureau of Competition. “The standard-setting issues that […]

FTC Announces Suits Challenging Robo Callers and Warranty Marketers

The Federal Trade Commission will hold a telephone press availability on Thursday, May 14, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. EST to announce federal lawsuits filed today challenging an operation that made hundreds of millions of robocalls to promote an operation that sold bogus auto warranties. WHO: Jon Leibowitz, ChairmanEileen Harrington, Acting Director, Bureau of Consumer ProtectionFederal […]

FTC Helps Entities That Have Low Risk of Identity Theft Comply With Red Flags Rule

For Your Information May 13, 2009 To help entities that have a low risk of identity theft – such as businesses that know their customers personally – the Federal Trade Commission has created a template that guides such businesses and organizations in developing written identity theft prevention programs to comply with the Red Flags Rule. […]

FTC Helps Entities That Have Low Risk of Identity Theft Comply With Red Flags Rule

For Your Information May 13, 2009 To help entities that have a low risk of identity theft – such as businesses that know their customers personally – the Federal Trade Commission has created a template that guides such businesses and organizations in developing written identity theft prevention programs to comply with the Red Flags Rule. […]

Spotting Signs of a Rental Scam

Consumers in search of an apartment or house to rent often rely on online rental listings in order to find the right place, especially if they’re looking in another city or state. Unfortunately, scammers are taking advantage. Some make up phony listings, and try to lure renters with the promise of extra-low rent. They ask […]

FTC Testifies on Efforts to Protect Consumers of Financial Services

The Federal Trade Commission today told the U.S. House Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade, and Consumer Protection of the Committee on Energy and Commerce that, in response to the current economic crisis, the FTC has substantially increased its law enforcement efforts to protect consumers of financial services. The FTC recommended legislative and other remedies to enhance […]