Intuit, the maker of TurboTax tax filing software, has been found to have engaged in deceptive advertising practices, according to an Opinion and Final Order issued by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The commission ruled that Intuit violated the FTC Act by running ads for “free” tax products and services that were not...
As Amazon and Whole Foods roll toward the conclusion of their acquisition/merger, it seems the FTC is gearing up to take a look at Amazon’s discounting practices and whether or not they are on the level, legally speaking. Specifically, the FTC will be investigating allegations...
April 25, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is taking action against doxo, saying the bill payment company misleads consumers and tacks on junk fees. The agency filed a federal court complaint alleging that doxo violated the FTC Act, the Restore Online Shoppers’ Confidence Act and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, the FTC said in a Thursday (April 25) press release. “Doxo intercepted consumers trying to reach their billers and […]
January 23, 2024
Intuit, the maker of TurboTax tax filing software, has been found to have engaged in deceptive advertising practices, according to an Opinion and Final Order issued by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The commission ruled that Intuit violated...
July 21, 2017
As Amazon and Whole Foods roll toward the conclusion of their acquisition/merger, it seems the FTC is gearing up to take a look at Amazon’s discounting practices and whether or...
