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Lawmakers Reintroduce Bill to Restore FTC's Consumer Refund Authority

Lawmakers Reintroduce Bill to Restore FTC's Consumer Refund Authority

Lawmakers Reintroduce Bill to Restore FTC's Consumer Refund Authority
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Amazon Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Misleading Seafood Sustainability Claims

Amazon Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Misleading Seafood Sustainability Claims

Amazon Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Misleading Seafood Sustainability Claims
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Utah Joins FTC Lawsuit Against Hims Hers for Data Privacy Violations

Utah Joins FTC Lawsuit Against Hims Hers for Data Privacy Violations

Utah has joined the Federal Trade Commission and California in a lawsuit against telehealth company Hims & Hers, accusing it of sharing sensitive health information with advertising platforms. The lawsuit alleges that Hims & Hers, which provides online medical consultations and treatments, violated its promise of a private and secure process by tracking user activity and sharing data with third-party platforms like Meta and Snap. The company is accused of using tracking technologies to send user data to advertising platforms, undermining consumer trust. The lawsuit also claims that Hims & Hers enrolled customers in subscription services without clear consent and made it difficult for them to cancel.
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Michigan Supreme Court Overrules Previous Cases, Strengthens Consumer Protection Laws

Michigan Supreme Court Overrules Previous Cases, Strengthens Consumer Protection Laws

The Michigan Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Attorney General Dana Nessel, overturning previous court decisions that had limited the scope of the Michigan Consumer Protection Act. This 4-3 decision allows Nessel to proceed with an investigation into Eli Lilly and Company regarding alleged price disparities between its branded and generic insulin products. The court's decision reverses earlier rulings that exempted licensed businesses from certain consumer protection actions. Chief Justice Megan Cavanagh and Justices Noah Hood, Elizabeth Welch, and Kimberly Thomas, all nominated by Democrats, supported the decision. The ruling remands the case back to the 30th Circuit Court for further proceedings. Justice Kyra Harris Bolden, along with Justices Richard Bernstein and Brian Zahra, dissented, arguing that the attorney general lacked standing to bring the claim.
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Amazon Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged False Seafood Sustainability Claims

Amazon Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged False Seafood Sustainability Claims

Amazon Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged False Seafood Sustainability Claims
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FTC Sues Hims Hers for Allegedly Sharing Patients' Medical Data with Advertisers

FTC Sues Hims Hers for Allegedly Sharing Patients' Medical Data with Advertisers

FTC Sues Hims Hers for Allegedly Sharing Patients' Medical Data with Advertisers
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U.S. Representatives Reintroduce Bill to Restore FTC's Consumer Protection Authority

U.S. Representatives Reintroduce Bill to Restore FTC's Consumer Protection Authority

U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky, alongside Representatives Yvette Clarke and Rob Menendez, has reintroduced the Consumer Protection and Recovery Act. This legislation aims to restore the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) authority under Section 13(b) to return money to consumers harmed by fraud and scams. The Supreme Court had previously stripped this authority in 2021, which had been a critical tool for the FTC to secure billions in relief for consumers over four decades. The bill seeks to clarify the FTC's ability to pursue monetary relief, including refunds and restitution, for consumers affected by illegal conduct. The act had previously passed the House with bipartisan support, emphasizing the non-partisan nature of consumer protection.
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Hims Hers Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Sharing of Health Information with Social Media Platforms

Hims Hers Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Sharing of Health Information with Social Media Platforms

Hims Hers Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Sharing of Health Information with Social Media Platforms
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Shein Faces FTC Investigation Amid Hong Kong IPO Plans

Shein Faces FTC Investigation Amid Hong Kong IPO Plans

Shein Faces FTC Investigation Amid Hong Kong IPO Plans
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FTC and States Sue Hims Hers Over Privacy Violations and Deceptive Practices

FTC and States Sue Hims Hers Over Privacy Violations and Deceptive Practices

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), along with Utah and California, has filed a lawsuit against the telehealth provider Hims & Hers. The complaint alleges that the company engaged in deceptive practices by sharing consumers' sensitive health information with third-party advertising platforms, despite assurances of privacy. Additionally, the FTC claims that Hims & Hers misled consumers about its billing and cancellation processes, charging them for prescriptions without proper consultation and making it difficult to cancel subscriptions. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, accuses the company of violating the FTC Act and other state consumer protection laws.
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FTC Files Lawsuit Against Hims Hers for Alleged Data Privacy Violations

FTC Files Lawsuit Against Hims Hers for Alleged Data Privacy Violations

FTC Files Lawsuit Against Hims Hers for Alleged Data Privacy Violations
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Texas Attorney General Investigates Lone Star Pups for Deceptive Pet Sales Practices

Texas Attorney General Investigates Lone Star Pups for Deceptive Pet Sales Practices

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated an investigation into Lone Star Pups, LLC, a company accused of misleading consumers about the origin and veterinary care of the puppies it sells. The investigation focuses on the company's '10 Year Health Guarantee,' which is marketed as a comprehensive warranty but has significant limitations. Coverage for major hereditary conditions is capped at three years, and consumers must maintain costly pet insurance to remain eligible. The company is also under scrutiny for its claims of working with reputable breeders, as evidence suggests otherwise. The investigation aims to determine if Lone Star Pups violated the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act.