Tag: deceptive_advertising
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FTC Warns 25 Healthcare Plan Marketers and Lead Generators Over Deceptive Advertising
FTC staff send warning letters to 25 companies marketing healthcare plans or generating sales leads, citing enforcement actions against alleged violators as open enrollment season gets underway.
HealthBusinessPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Federal Trade Commissionhealthcare planslead generatorsopen enrollmentwarning lettersconsumer protectiondeceptive advertising
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FTC Sues GovAssist, Entry LLC and Scott Zuckerman Over Government Impersonation Scheme
The FTC is suing GovAssist LLC, Entry LLC and Scott Zuckerman, alleging they impersonated the federal government to deceive travelers seeking passport services through deceptive ads, misleading promises and fake reviews.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Federal Trade CommissionGovAssist LLCEntry LLCScott Zuckermangovernment impersonationpassport servicesdeceptive advertising
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FTC Distributes $23.8 Million to Grubhub Drivers and Diners for Deceptive Practices
The FTC is sending over $23.8 million to Grubhub drivers and diners. This restitution addresses deceptive earnings claims and unlawful conduct by the food delivery company, reinforcing consumer protection efforts against misleading practices.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalEconomySocial Issues Federal Trade CommissionFTCGrubhubDeceptive AdvertisingConsumer ProtectionFood DeliveryPayments
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FTC Finalizes Order Against TruHeight for Deceptive Advertising
The FTC has finalized an order against TruHeight, requiring the company and its principals to pay $750,000. The order also bars them from making false health claims and using fake or incentivized consumer reviews for their supplements.
BusinessLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalEconomyEducation TruHeightFTCDeceptive AdvertisingHealth SupplementsConsumer ProtectionVanilla Chip LLCSettlement