Refunds totaling over $2 million are being distributed to nearly 2,000 consumers misled by baseless earnings claims. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is issuing over $2.4 million in…
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CFPB Director Urges Congress to Safeguard Consumer Data
Certain financial institutions have reportedly developed media relations for individually targeted marketing. Director Rohit Chopra of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has urged legislators to protect consumers…
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Johnson & Johnson Reaches $700 Million Talc Settlement
42 states and the District of Columbia brought suit against the company for talc-based health implications. Johnson and Johnson settled its largest talc lawsuit with 42 states and…
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Treasury Department Requests Public Comment on Financial AI Policies
The agency seeks to increase understanding of current AI use within financial services. The Department of the Treasury recently released a request for information and insight on the…
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Transportation Department Secures Refunds for Pandemic Flight Cancellations
The agency took action against Lufthansa, Dutch Airways, and South African Airways. The Department of Transportation (DOT) announced enforcement actions against Lufthansa, South African Airways, and KLM Royal…
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FMCSA Launches Nationwide Initiative to Prevent Moving Scams
The new program addresses fraudulent movers and brokers and supports consumer education. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has launched Operation Protect Your Move, a nationwide initiative…
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FTC Reports Surge in Scams Impersonating Major Companies
Consumers have been defrauded by impersonators of Microsoft, Publishers Clearing House, Amazon, Best Buy, and PayPal. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized a new rule on government…
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NHTSA Issues Consumer Alert on Aftermarket Steering Wheel Decals
Decals have injured drivers after airbags deploy. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued another warning to consumers not to use or buy aftermarket steering wheel…
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FTC Issues Refunds for False “Made in USA” Claims
A motocross and ATV parts manufacturer deceptively advertised imported products. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is issuing over $180,000 in refunds to consumers affected by misleading claims by…
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Transportation Department Fines Airline $300K for Tarmac Delay Violations
Passengers were not permitted to deboard from two Volaris flights that were grounded longer than 4 hours. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) recently fined Volaris Airlines $300,000…
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