Worldwide: Consumer Law

The Federal Trade Commission has reached a $2.1 million settlement with online bill payment platform Doxo and two of its co-founders over allegations of deceptive advertising practices and undisclosed fees. The settlement includes comprehensive injunctive relief governing the company's advertising, fee disclosures, and consumer enrollment practices.

The Senate Banking Committee has scheduled a crucial executive session to vote on Brian Johnson's nomination as CFPB Director, along with the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act and several other key appointments. If approved, Johnson's nomination will advance to the full Senate for consideration, with a narrow two-week window before the pre-election recess that could determine the timing of his potential confirmation. The process involves multiple procedural steps including committee appro

The FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection has launched a new program allowing businesses and stakeholders to identify ambiguities, conflicts, and problems with FTC rules. The Bureau may issue public guidance in response to submissions, though participation carries both opportunities and potential risks for companies.

State attorneys general across the nation are taking decisive action on healthcare access, environmental regulation, consumer protection, and voting rights. From challenging federal restrictions on gender-affirming care to blocking changes in mail voting procedures, these legal battles reveal the growing tension between state authority and federal policy. Will these multistate coalitions succeed in preserving state sovereignty over critical public services?

The Federal Trade Commission and state of Connecticut recently secured a $4 million settlement with Chase Nissan LLC and its owners and management over allegations that the business was collecting fees...

The U.S. House passes a bill delaying the federal hemp ban, while a lawsuit challenges Medicare coverage of hemp products and older adults increasingly turn to cannabis for recreation. Plus, marijuana complaints return to the U.S. Open tennis tournament.

Colorado's Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against an earned wage access provider, alleging its cash advance product violates state payday lending and consumer credit laws. The case centers on whether the provider's direct-to-consumer advances constitute high-cost loans subject to licensing requirements and rate limitations, with the state claiming an average APR of approximately 388% through tips and fees. This enforcement action underscores the ongoing regulatory debate over how EWA products should b

The U.S. pet industry is booming with an estimated $158 billion market in 2024, and that growth extends globally. However, unlike established frameworks for human consumer products, pet products face a fragmented international regulatory landscape that companies must navigate carefully.

State regulation of algorithmic pricing is rapidly evolving, with California, Connecticut, Maryland, and New Jersey enacting new restrictions while New York considers even stricter measures. The key distinction lies in whether pricing algorithms use competitor data to address antitrust concerns or consumer-specific personal data to address fairness and deception issues. With several provisions already in effect and others phasing in through 2027, businesses must navigate varying rules by industry, product t