United States: Consumer Trading & Unfair Trading

The Federal Trade Commission has filed a new enforcement action against Greenway Auto Group, alleging the Florida dealership chain charged consumers thousands more than advertised prices through hidden fees and conditional rebates. This case demonstrates how the FTC is applying its recently released auto pricing guidance to crack down on dealerships that advertise one price but charge another at the point of sale.

The FTC and Washington state secured a record $225 million settlement from Amway and affiliated groups over allegations they misled recruits about earnings potential while pressuring them to buy products with little retail opportunity. The complaint reveals that over three-quarters of U.S. product volume was sold to IBOs themselves rather than retail customers, with fabricated sales reporting masking the recruitment-driven model. The settlement's injunctive provisions establish new standards for earnings cl

If your company has received a demand letter or complaint alleging that your “All Natural” or “No Artificial Preservatives” labeling is deceptive because your product contains tocopherols, you are not alone. A growing wave of consumer class actions is targeting food, beverage, and pet food companies on this theory — and it shows no signs of slowing down.