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Antitrust practitioners involved in mergers and acquisitions are familiar with the requirement to submit premerger notification forms to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice's Antitrust Division.

FTC schedules oral argument on Facebook case

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is set to hear oral arguments in the case concerning Facebook, Inc., identified as Docket No.

Facebook's oral argument scheduled for November

Facebook is set to participate in an oral argument scheduled for November 12, 2024, as part of Docket No.

FTC halts H&R Block's deceptive practices; proposes $7 million settlement

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated a lawsuit that is prompting changes for consumers using H&R Block's online tax filing services.

Court upholds ruling against airline alliance violating antitrust laws

By Federal Newswire | Nov 8, 2024

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit has upheld a decision from the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, siding with the Justice Department and Attorneys General from six states and the District of Columbia in an...

FTC issues refunds for misleading ads on anti-alcohol supplement

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $536,000 in refunds to consumers who purchased Sobrenix, a supplement sold by Rejuvica.

FTC partners with libraries to combat scams through free resources

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is collaborating with libraries nationwide to offer resources aimed at helping individuals identify, avoid, and report scams. The initiative includes a series of office hours where participants can discuss consumer protection topics and explore programming ideas.

FTC schedules virtual open meeting with focus on consumer protection

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a virtual open meeting scheduled for November 14, 2024.

Ferguson's office to meet with Travel Management Coalition on fee rulemaking

Commissioner Ferguson's office and the Travel Management Coalition are set to engage in a virtual ex parte meeting.

FTC charges Sitejabber with misleading consumers through inflated review practices

By Federal Newswire | Nov 6, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken action against Sitejabber, an AI-enabled consumer review platform, accusing the company of misleading consumers.

FTC approves 2025 budget for Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority

By Federal Newswire | Nov 6, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has approved the 2025 budget for the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority.

FTC files lawsuit against cash advance app Dave for alleged deceptive practices

By Federal Newswire | Nov 5, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated action against the online cash advance app Dave, accusing it of misleading marketing practices.

FTC distributes $17 million in refunds over Brigit's deceptive practices

By Federal Newswire | Nov 4, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $17 million in refunds to consumers affected by the actions of Brigit, an online cash advance provider.

FTC halts operation of Georgia-based debt collector accused of unlawful practices

By Federal Newswire | Nov 4, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated legal action against Global Circulation, Inc. (GCI), a debt collection company based in Georgia, and its owner, Kenneth Redon III.

FTC distributes over $2.5 million to misled Credit Karma customers

By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $2.5 million to consumers who were misled by Credit Karma's credit offers.

Six charged in alleged bid-rigging scheme defrauding U.S. Government

By Federal Newswire | Oct 29, 2024

Six individuals face charges for allegedly engaging in schemes to rig bids, defraud the government, and pay bribes related to IT products and services sold to federal government purchasers.

FTC issues $1M refunds over Rhinelander Auto's alleged junk fees

By Federal Newswire | Oct 29, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the distribution of over $1 million in refunds to consumers affected by Rhinelander Auto Center's alleged unlawful fees and discriminatory financing practices.

Charges filed against six accused of defrauding US Government in IT product sales

By Federal Newswire | Oct 29, 2024

Six individuals face charges for their involvement in schemes aimed at defrauding the federal government, particularly through manipulating bids and engaging in bribery and kickbacks related to IT products and services sold to government purchasers.

Hearing scheduled in Tapestry and Capri Holdings case

By Federal Newswire | Oct 28, 2024

An evidentiary hearing is scheduled to take place before Administrative Law Judge Dania L. Ayoubi in the matter involving Tapestry, Inc., and Capri Holdings Limited.