FTC-PR-241120-2 (11-20-24) FTC Staff Issues Report on Undercover Funeral Rule Phone Sweep – Report provides key findings about consumers’ ability to obtain price information from funeral providers by phone The staff of the Federal Trade Commission have issued a report detailing key findings from the agency’s first-ever undercover Funeral Rule phone sweep, which found several funeral providers failed to […]
Category: FTC Press Releases
FTC Press Releases (GO) are a vital resource for consumers, businesses, and the media, providing important updates on the agency’s efforts to protect consumers and promote fair competition. By disseminating timely and relevant information, the FTC fosters transparency and accountability while empowering consumers to make informed decisions. Staying informed about these press releases is essential for understanding the evolving landscape of consumer protection and regulatory compliance.
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FTC-PR-241120-1 (11-20-24) FTC Sends More Than $140,000 to Consumers Deceived by False Made in USA Claims by Chaucer Accessories and Bates Accessories The Federal Trade Commission is sending more than $140,000 to consumers who were deceived by false Made in USA claims from New England-based clothing companies Chaucer Accessories and Bates Accessories, along with Bates Retail […]
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FTC-PR-241118-2 (11-18-24) FTC Announces Virtual Workshop on Predatory Pricing – December event will present real-world evidence of predatory pricing strategies and examine developments in predatory pricing caselaw and economic scholarship The Federal Trade Commission will host a virtual public workshop on December 18, 2024, that will examine predatory pricing and its potential effects on consumers, […]
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FTC-PR-241118-1 (11-18-24) Federal Court Orders Harris Jewelry to Restore its Website and Claims Portal for Servicemembers to Request Refunds – With limited time to request refunds, the agency strongly encourages eligible consumers to file a claim as soon as possible A federal court has ordered Harris Jewelry to reopen its claims process and renotify consumers, […]
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FTC-PR-241115-2 (11-15-24) Reports of Unwanted Telemarketing Calls Down More Than 50 Percent Since 2021 – FTC releases annual Do Not Call Registry Data Book showing total reports about unwanted calls decreased further in 2024 Today, the Federal Trade Commission released the National Do Not Call Registry Data Book for Fiscal Year 2024 (PDF 61-pages) which shows that […]
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FTC-PR-241115-3 (11-15-24) FTC Issues Agency Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2024 The Federal Trade Commission today issued its Fiscal Year 2024 Agency Financial Report which highlights the FTC’s accomplishments in protecting consumers and promoting competition and reaffirms the agency’s commitment to responsible stewardship of resources and sound financial operations. This report, which is required by the Office of […]
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FTC-PR-241115-1 (11-15-24) FTC Takes Action Against Bogus Business Finance Scheme Seek Capital For Costing Small Business Owners Millions – FTC says Seek advertises ‘business loans’ but charges companies thousands to open credit cards instead The Federal Trade Commission is taking action against Seek Capital (PDF) and its founder and CEO, Roy Ferman, for operating a bogus […]
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FTC-PR-241112-1 (11-12-24) FTC Action Stops H&R Block’s Unfair Downgrading Practices and Deceptive Promises of ‘Free’ Filing – Proposed settlement would require company to pay $7 million for consumer redress and make changes for consumers in tax filing seasons 2025 and 2026 A Federal Trade Commission lawsuit is leading to changes for consumers who use H&R […]
FTC Press Releases – Article
( FTC Press Releases – Article ) ( Articles ) ( FTC Press Releases ) FTC Press Releases (FTC-Info) Introduction The (FTC) is a pivotal agency in the United States, dedicated to protecting consumers and ensuring a competitive marketplace. One of the primary tools the FTC uses to communicate with the public is through Press Releases. These announcements […]
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FTC-PR-241106-2 (11-06-24) FTC Order Against AI-Enabled Review Platform Sitejabber Will Ensure Consumers Get Truthful and Accurate Reviews – Sitejabber allegedly misrepresented ratings and reviews submitted by consumers who had not yet received products or services The Federal Trade Commission today charged that Sitejabber, a company offering an AI-enabled consumer review platform, deceived consumers by misrepresenting […]