The FTC secured a temporary restraining order and other relief against Click Profit, LLC and related entities arising from allegations that the companies operate an e-commerce business opportunity scheme in violation of federal laws. The complaint alleges that the companies run an e-commerce business opportunity scheme and market their scheme by making false or misleading…

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The FTC has finalized a new rule aimed at ensuring greater transparency for consumers regarding mandatory fees, also called “junk fees,” for live event tickets and short-term lodging. The Trade Regulation Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees targets unfair and deceptive pricing practices by requiring that businesses clearly and conspicuously disclose the total price inclusive of all mandatory fees…

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In this Expert Analysis for Law360, Marketing Messages Matter In State AG Consumer Protection, Stephen Cobb, Maria Colsey Heard and Hannah Cornett Land discuss how state AGs’ broad consumer protection mandate drives close scrutiny of marketing communications. They warn that AGs interpret marketing claims far more broadly than many companies may realize, and offer practical steps to…

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The FTC sent warning letters to 21 companies engaged in marketing and lead generation for Affordable Care Act Marketplace health insurance and healthcare-related products regarding practices that may violate the FTC Act and the Telemarketing Sales Rule (TSR). In the letters, the FTC warned the companies against misrepresenting coverage and costs related to their products, unsolicited…

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The FTC has filed a lawsuit against Seek Capital, LLC and its founder (collectively “Seek”) alleging deceptive practices in violation of multiple federal consumer protection laws. The FTC’s complaint alleges that Seek markets its services to new and aspiring small business owners, claiming it can secure business loans or lines of credit without charging upfront fees. Instead,…

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