Tag: ftc
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FTC, Nevada Secure Nearly $10 Million from Tax-Relief Scammers
The FTC and Nevada have reached a settlement requiring tax-relief scammers to pay nearly $10 million in cash and assets. The operators misled consumers by impersonating government authorities and promising false tax debt relief.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalEconomySocial Issues FTCNevadaTax Debt ReliefScamSettlementConsumer ProtectionFraud
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Shutterstock to Pay $35 Million in FTC Settlement Over Subscription Practices
Shutterstock will pay $35 million to settle FTC allegations regarding illegal subscription and cancellation practices. The digital media platform was accused of charging consumers without consent and making cancellations difficult.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalEconomySocial Issues ShutterstockFTCSettlementSubscriptionsCancellation PracticesDeceptive PracticesDigital Media
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FTC and Illinois Sue Company Over Thousands of Fake Home Repair Listings
The FTC and Illinois are suing Premium Home Service for creating thousands of fake online listings and using false reviews for home repair businesses. This action aims to stop deceptive practices and protect consumers from fraudulent schemes.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalEconomySocial Issues Premium Home ServiceFTCIllinoisHome RepairFraudOnline ListingsFake Reviews