Consumer Protection
FTC cracks down on $8.8 million student loan relief scam that targeted struggling borrowers
Case highlights surge in “debt relief” fraud as millions of borrowers navigate repayment confusion
Consumer Protection
It's a little hard to define but for our purposes, this section is all about consumer protection -- regulatory actions, laws, class actions and anything that helps take the edge off.
Consumer Protection
Jury finds Live Nation/Ticketmaster liable for monopolizing concert ticket market
States say fans were overcharged and rivals were shut out of venues
Consumer Protection
'Annoyance economy’ costs Americans $165 billion a year, report finds
Hidden fees, spam calls and customer service hurdles drain time and money
Consumer Protection
Electronic slot machines banned in Missouri as illegal gambling devices, other states set to follow
There are overtones of morality but states have a financial incentive to wipe out untaxed, unregulated gaming devices
Consumer Protection
Ticketmaster shifts fees after crackdown on hidden charges
Internal documents show higher per-ticket service fees across dozens of venues
Consumer Protection
Supreme Court rules internet provider not liable for users’ music piracy
A fundamental issue that touches every corner of the digital world
Consumer Protection
Scam of the Month: 'Instant debt relief' offers target stressed borrowers
Scammers are exploiting rising delinquencies with promises to erase debt—fast
Consumer Protection
Judge blocks CFPB funding freeze, orders agency to keep money flowing
Consumer advocates warn the case could have wide implications for oversight of credit cards, mortgages and household debt
Consumer Protection
Local TV station merger plan challenged by states on grounds it would reduce competition
Local news and cable pricing could be threatened in affected markets, the states claim
Consumer Protection
One Main Financial sued, accused of predatory loan practices by state attorneys general
Junk fees, add-on products drive up the cost of already expensive loans, the suit says
Consumer Protection
$170 billion in tariff refunds - will consumers see any of that money?
Costco and others hint at possible price reductions but actual checks aren't likely
Consumer Protection
FTC seeks public comment on new rules to crack down on subscription ‘negative option’ billing
The agency gets tens of thousands of complaints about the hated practice