Holyoak, Ferguson could change FTC dynamics but face steep learning curve
If Republican nominees Melissa Holyoak of Utah and Andrew Ferguson of Virginia are confirmed, as expected, to join the Federal Trade Commission this month, they could change the dynamics of an agency that’s been under single-party control for half...
Insulin cases need a sharper focus
Hard cases are notorious for making bad law. But sometimes the easy and obvious cases can make bad law, too. Something like this seems to be going on with insulin pricing.
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Antitrust agencies spark debate for letting competitors team up in Covid-19 fight
The Detroit News recently reported the “Covid-19 pandemic has forged unprecedented cooperation between Metro Detroit health systems on potential treatments for the respiratory illness, but also...
In contested lawsuit, FTC spars with alleged telemarketing scammers
On its face, the battle in a Texas federal court between the Federal Trade Commission and several firms and individuals over an alleged telemarketing scheme looks straightforward, but it has taken...
Lawmakers mull action on contact lens rules as others weigh in
As the public awaits the Federal Trade Commission’s final action on proposed changes to the Contact Lens Rule, Congress may take measures as well.
From 9/11 to coronavirus, FTC responds to national crises
While the coronavirus pandemic is an unprecedented event, national crises are not. Whether it was the aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the Cold War or Great Depression, the Federal Trade...
Williams-Sonoma to shell out $1 million in ‘Made in the USA’ settlement
For the past two years, consumers interested in buying products such as furniture, cookware or bedding that were made in the United States may have been drawn to Williams-Sonoma and its brands.
Consumers bilked by patent firm get refunds
Would-be inventors who paid World Patent Marketing for services they never received are getting refunds thanks to the Federal Trade Commission.