FTC accuses gig work app Handy of misleading ads and opaque fees for workers
The FTC and NY's attorney general have accused the gig work app Handy of misleading workers with deceptive ads and fees.
Major US airlines make billions off junk fees, Senate finds
A new Senate report reveals airlines are generating billions of dollars on extra services like seat and baggage fees.
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FTC Issues Final ‘Junk Fees Rule’ to Crackdown on Aggressive Pricing Practices
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC or Commission) recently issued a final rule (the Junk Fees Rule or the Rule) banning so-called “junk fees” in ...
FTC Says 90% Of Buyers Paid $2,000 More Than Advertised At Stellantis, GM And Ford Dealer Group
The FTC and Maryland authorities claim that three Lindsay dealerships tricked customers through price gouging and deceptive practices ...
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What to know about FTC's rule for junk fees
The new rule requires businesses to clearly disclose -- in any offer, display or advertisement -- the total price, including ...
What will antitrust enforcement look like under Trump 2.0?
Though Trump's nominee for FTC chair, Andrew Ferguson, is expected to narrow the agency's regulatory power, relaxed oversight of tech companies isn’t as likely.
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Minnesota’s “junk fees” law hitting restaurants excluded from FTC rule
Minnesota's new Deceptive Trade Practices Act took effect January 1 with the goal of protecting consumers from so-called ...
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FTC collaborates with AGs in Illinois & Maryland on dealer allegations & $20M settlement
The Federal Trade Commission didn’t sit idle this holiday season, especially when policing car dealerships. The regulator ...
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Car dealership accused of deceiving, overcharging buyers
The Federal Trade Commission and the Maryland Attorney General have charged a Virginia-based car dealership with deceiving and overcharging car buyers for years.
FTC announces rule that says hidden ‘junk’ fees must be disclosed
The Federal Trade Commission finalized a new Junk Fees Rule. It applies to live event tickets, hotels, and convenience or ...