#consumer-protection

#consumer-protection

New consumer protection laws in the UK eliminate hidden fees and fake reviews, enhancing online shopping transparency and trust.

Mandatory fees in product pricing must now be included in the headline cost due to new consumer protection laws.

Lawmakers are pushing to regulate the sale of restaurant reservations as a response to rising unethical practices by third-party services.

The Video Privacy Protection Act, initially aimed at protecting rental histories, is now criticized for hindering legitimate marketing efforts and stifling innovation.

Senate Bill S.1194-A mandates 45 days' notice for rate increases by utility corporations to improve transparency and protect consumers.

Parking scams at Old Trafford affect fans, with fake stewards exploiting unsuspecting drivers.

People continue to fall for gift card scams despite widespread awareness, indicating a critical lack of caution online.

Scambaiting is on the rise as a response to increased sophisticated scams, allowing individuals to combat scammers directly.

Over 95% of sponsored influencer posts on Twitter are not disclosed.

Younger brands are less likely to disclose their influencer sponsorships.

Many consumers struggle to identify sponsorship arrangements without disclosures.

California lawmakers are introducing bills to regulate AI pricing practices that exploit personal information.

Trump's dismissal of Democratic FTC commissioners suggests an intention for the agency to favor corporate interests.

Nestlé USA recalls select frozen meals due to potential wood contamination, ensuring consumer safety.

The FDA's ban on Red Dye No. 3 is based on a decades-old study linking it to cancer risks in rats.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating WK Kellogg Co. for potentially misleading health claims regarding artificial food dyes in their cereals.

Price Choice Foodmarket received numerous Stop Sale Orders due to unsanitary practices, leading to the disposal of significant amounts of food.

Baltimore has sued DraftKings and FanDuel, alleging they exploit vulnerable gamblers through deceptive practices and promotions.

Baltimore is suing FanDuel and DraftKings for exploiting gamblers through misleading promotions and consumer protection violations.

AT&T is the first carrier to apply for a technology transition discontinuance based on its own replacement service, under new FCC guidelines.

Brendan Carr prioritizes political harassment over consumer protection in his role as FCC head.

The CFPB has dropped its lawsuit against Zelle and its parent banks, signaling a retreat from consumer protection enforcement.

UK police are urged to strengthen responses to growing fraud crime amid increasing reports and a call for more resources.

Fraud is perceived as a 'penalty-free' crime, necessitating heightened law enforcement and accountability measures from companies.

Builder Gary Roberts was sentenced for defrauding a homeowner by taking payments for unfinished work and leaving her house in disrepair.

Apple faces a lawsuit for allegedly misleading consumers about Siri's AI capabilities, which were advertised but never delivered.

Allied Van Lines is suing a Boca Raton moving broker for trademark infringement and brand reputation damage.

Trump's executive order aims to reform the concert ticket industry to protect fans from ticket scalping and improve transparency.

Trump signs executive order to combat ticket scalping and enhance price transparency in live events.

Ticketmaster may have breached consumer protection laws during the chaotic Oasis reunion tour ticket sales, misleading fans with unclear ticket pricing.

23andMe has filed for bankruptcy, risking customer genetic data use without consent.

23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, prompting customers to consider deleting their genetic data for privacy.

Dunnes Stores is recalling baby socks after a safety incident where a thread caused injury to a child.

Dunnes Stores recalled baby socks after a safety incident involving a loose thread causing an injury to a child.

Trump's dismissal of FTC commissioners escalates his effort to control independent agencies.

The ousted commissioners plan to sue, claiming their removal is illegal.

The FTC has removed crucial business guidance blogs related to consumer protection and privacy that were established during the Biden administration.

Click Profit is accused of defrauding consumers by falsely promising guaranteed income through e-commerce ventures.

The FTC has deleted all posts from Biden's term, raising concerns over transparency and compliance expectations in consumer protection.

Trump fires two Democratic FTC commissioners, challenging established legal precedent regarding their dismissal.

FTC seeks a two-month delay for trial against Amazon due to staffing losses and potential office move.

Real estate scams can exploit hopeful homebuyers in a competitive market, as shown by the Josephs' experience.

The debate on the CCP policy emphasizes the need for reforms to ensure transparency and choice for homebuyers and sellers.

Defendants allegedly violated multiple consumer protection laws through a kickback scheme involving underpriced stock transfers to real estate agents.

New York Attorney General Letitia James announced recovery of over $4.6 million for consumers through the Health Care Helpline in two years.

Gift card scams are increasing in Canada, leading to significant financial losses for consumers.

Work-from-home scams can result in financial loss and personal hardship, as reported by individuals who have experienced them.

Robocalls volume decreased by 6% in February 2025 due to fewer days, yet daily averages indicate a growing trend.