As fast fashion brands develop new lines of clothing using more sustainable methods or with more allegedly sustainable methods of production, advertising campaigns that appeal to environmentally conscious audiences make claims that need substantiation. Were...
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Almost 700 Companies in FTC Penalty Box for Failing to Substantiate Claims
The FTC issued warnings to nearly 700 companies about allegedly unsubstantiated health-related advertising claims. It’s a reminder that whenever companies make claims about their products—health-related or otherwise—those claims must be substantiated, or the companies risk...
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NEW FTC Ruling: New Life Cycle in Made in USA Claims
Made in the USA Claims and Consumer Surveys “Made in the USA” claims frequently comes under regulatory scrutiny by the FTC. Where jewelry is made from recycled or repurposed metals, whether it is made in...
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How Brands Can “Intuit” That They Need a Consumer Survey to Substantiate Claims
Intuit, manufacturer of TurboTax, advertises that you can file your taxes for free. In March of 2022, the Federal Trade Commission filed a complaint against Intuit because most U.S. tax filers do not qualify for...
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Barkbox Clients Bite Back: Subscription Plans Lawsuit
In recent years, subscription services have come under close scrutiny from regulatory bodies. In many cases, this is because of their failure to disclose how to cancel, or when subscriptions are renewed. In this class-action...
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