The FTC’s Proposed Rule Banning Deceptive Reviews and Testimonials
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently finalized its Rule on the Use of Consumer Reviews and Testimonials (Rule) to combat fake reviews and testimonials. The finalized Rule comes after the FTC reviewed 100 public...more
On June 30, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) announced that it would be publishing a notice of proposed rulemaking on the use of consumer reviews and testimonials. The proposed rule follows FTC’s November 2022...more
On March 21, 2022, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a final administrative complaint and decision and order that finalizes a settlement with a California online fashion retailer to settle allegations that the...more
The Notice was sent within a week of another notice to 70 for-profit higher education institutions, which focused on “false promises they make about graduates’ job and earnings prospects and other outcomes.”...more
Shoppers in online marketplaces, or customers checking reviews before dining or retaining a service, have become increasingly reliant on internet testimonials. Mark P. of Hoboken, NJ rates Hank’s Burger Depot 5 out of 5...more
Until recently, Texas skincare company Sunday Riley was one of the shining stars of the lucrative cosmetics market – its products were featured at high-end retailers such as Sephora and Nordstrom, high-profile influencers and...more
Sunday Riley launched her skincare firm Sunday Riley Modern Skincare, LLC (“SRMS”) in 2009 and its skincare products, including Good Genes, Power Couple, U.F.O., C.E.O., Luna and Tidal, have enjoyed tremendous success, having...more