FTC Settlement Bans Robocalls from Auto “Warranty” Company

American consumers won’t be getting any more deceptive robocalls from the auto “warranty” company that bombarded them with millions of…

15 years ago

New Rule Prohibiting Unwanted “Robocalls” to Take Effect on September 1

Beginning September 1, 2009, prerecorded commercial telemarketing calls to consumers – commonly known as robocalls – will be prohibited, unless…

15 years ago

Court Rules in Favor of FTC, Orders Supplement Marketers to Pay Nearly $70 Million for Consumer Refunds

A federal district court has ordered the marketers of two dietary supplements – "Supreme Greens" and "Coral Calcium" – who…

15 years ago

FTC Settlement Bars Seller’s Deceptive ‘Biodegradable’ Claims

A retailer of rayon towels will be barred from making false claims that mislead consumers into thinking that its products…

15 years ago

Weathering Hurricane Season

As the hurricane season gets underway, it’s time to tap into your inner scout and "be prepared." Your preparation for…

15 years ago

FTC Actions Stop Deceptive Schemes in “Operation Tele-PHONEY” Cases

Four deceptive telemarketing operations targeted by the Federal Trade Commission have agreed to abandon the illegal tactics they allegedly used…

15 years ago

Commission Approves Final Consent Order in Matter Concerning Aspen Technology, Inc.

Following a public comment period, the Commission has approved a final consent order in the matter of Aspen Technology, Inc.…

15 years ago

FTC Action Stops Foreclosure ‘Rescue’ Operation

The Federal Trade Commission has put a stop to a deceptive foreclosure "rescue" operation that charged homeowners $1,200 based on…

15 years ago

At FTC’s Request, Court Halts Deceptive Claims for Free Government Grants

A U.S. district court has shut down several Web sites that scammers have been using to falsely claim that they…

15 years ago

FTC Settlement Bars Deceptive Online Marketing Tactics; Payday Loan Applicants Were Charged for Unwanted Debit Cards

A debit card company that charged consumers a fee for a debit card they had ordered unknowingly while applying for…

15 years ago