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(Reuters) -CarShield agreed on Wednesday to pay $10 million to settle U.S. Federal Trade Commission charges of deceptive advertising for its vehicle service contracts, including ads featuring the actor Ice-T and other celebrities.

US FTC fines CarShield $10 million for deceptive ads, including by celebrities

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CarShield will pay $10 million to settle charges that its advertisements and telemarketing for its extended auto warranty plans are deceptive and misleading, the Federal Trade Commission said.  Many customers found that repair claims were often not covered despite making payments of up to $120 per month, the FTC said Wednesday. The FTC also alleged that CarShield’s celebrity and consumer endorsers made false statements in its ads. The FTC complaint states that CarShield advertises and sells vehicle service contracts in a monthly price range of about $80 to $120. Its ads have featured celebrities including sports commentator Chris Brown and actor and rapper Ice-T.  The complaint alleges many CarShield ads claim that all repairs or repairs to “covered” systems, such as the engine and transmission, will be covered and they use language that make consumers believe CarShield will pay for all necessary repairs.

CarShield to pay $10M to settle deceptive advertising charges

U.S. Sens. Ron Wyden and Edward J. Markey have asked the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate automakers’ alleged disclosure of driving data from millions of American consumer vehicles to data brokers. The letter follows a New York Times investigation earlier this year that exposed how driver behavior data...

UPDATE: Two more Congress members ask FTC to investigate alleged consumer data selling by automakers

Two US senators have urged the FTC to probe and potentially prosecute three automakers that allegedly unlawfully sold motorists' personal data for pennies. Senators Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Edward Markey (D-MA) sent a letter [PDF] to the US regulator's boss Lina Khan on Friday after the pair conducted an investigation into General Motors, Honda, and Hyundai. The senators claim those three manufacturers sold their customers' information to various brokers either without obtaining explicit permission to do so or without even bothering to try.

Car makers sold people's driving habits, location data for pennies, say US senators

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Google has been ordered to pay out $700 million to consumers and the states after being found guilty of violating antitrust laws and engaging in anti-competitive practices. Google Forced to Pay Out $700 Million The US Department of Justice and several states sued Google four years ago, accusing the tech giant of abusing its power […]

Google Forced to Pay Out $700 Million: Consumers to Receive $2 Minimum Payout After Antitrust Violations

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The U.S. government has filed a civil lawsuit against National General Holdings Corp. and its subsidiaries, accusing the company of fraudulent practices under the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act (FIRREA). For more than ten years, National General allegedly force-placed its Collateral Protection Insurance (CPI) on vehicles financed through Wells Fargo, despite borrowers already having the necessary insurance through other carriers. This practice reportedly affected over 655,000 vehicles, leading to unnecessary insurance charges, late fees, negative credit impacts, and even vehicle repossessions.

DOJ Sues Allstate’s National General for Allegedly Deceptive Insurance Practices

A Chevy Camaro owner in California has posted a story to an online enthusiast forum about an incident where he was apparently ticketed for driving his stock 2019 Chevy Camaro SS 1LE in Sport Mode. The law enforcement officer who issued the ticket was primarily concerned with the noise level of the factory exhaust system. The ticket involves setting an appointment with the local automotive referee, which the Camaro driver estimates costs $100, as well as a court date.

California Man Cited For Driving Stock Chevy Camaro SS 1LE In Sport Mode

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CarShield, a company that sells vehicle service contracts to automobile owners that it claims will cover the cost of certain repairs, has agreed to pay $10 million in a settlement with federal regulators over charges that its marketing tactics were deceptive and misleading. In a statement Wednesday, the Federal Trade...

CarShield ordered to pay $10 million federal settlement over deceptive repair coverage ads

Port Richey, FL

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Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

Live roaches, flying objects in the kitchen and soiled shelves- Buffet closed again in Florida

Some extended auto warranty and service contract providers have earned a bad rap over the years for deceptive business practices and harassing potential customers. One of the most well-known names in the industry is now facing a significant fine for its deeds. CarShield has agreed to pay $10 million to the Federal Trade Commission over claims that it deceived customers with its advertising.

Extended Warranty Company CarChex Facing Huge FTC Settlement for Deceptive Practices

Anika Jindal

A shower is an essential grooming ritual in most people’s routines. Yet, one could be unknowingly doing things that are unusual blunders. Let’s look at 14 weird, unsanitary, unhealthy, or dangerous things one shouldn’t do in a shower.

14 Things You Shouldn’t Do in Shower

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Advocates say new rule protects consumers from abuse. Consumer advocates are cheering a new rule from a federal regulator designed to protect consumers using short-term loans to finance purchases.

New Rule Ensures Consumer Protections for Buy Now, Pay Later Loans

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Who: LinkedIn has agreed to a $6.6 million settlement with U.S. advertisers. Why: The settlement was reached to end class action claims that LinkedIn knowingly over-reported ad clicks on its platform. Where: The LinkedIn advertising class action settlement was filed in a California federal court. LinkedIn has agreed to pay...

LinkedIn reaches $6.6M settlement in ‘fake clicks’ class action

Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan announced Thursday that the FTC and Department of Justice will launch in inquiry into high grocery prices. Khan made the announcement at the first public meeting of the Strike Force on Unfair and Illegal Pricing, where representatives from the FTC and DOJ discussed a wide range of consumer protection topics.

FTC to launch inquiry into high grocery prices

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Bank also engaged in fraudulent auto lending practices. Fifth Third Bank will pay $20 million in penalties after an investigation found the company's employees had opened fake accounts in customer's names and engaged in dishonest auto lending.

Fifth Third Bank Fined $20 Million in Fake Account Scandal

Harvard, IL

Schwartz Performance, a speed shop in Harvard, Illinois, recently posted a series of images showcasing one of their latest builds. This time around, it’s a 1986 Chevy Monte Carlo sporting a Hellcat engine swap, plus a long list of complementary equipment to balance it out, such as upgraded suspension, a modern interior, and more. Meet the Monte Carlo SSRT.

This 1986 Chevy Monte Carlo ‘SSRT’ Packs A Supercharged Hellcat V8: Photos

Denver, CO

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A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

EDINA, MN – Imagine finally finding your dream home after months of searching, only to have your savings stolen in a sophisticated scam. This is the harsh reality for many homebuyers today, as cybercriminals target real estate transactions with alarming success. How the Scam Works. Here’s how the scam...

Beware: Scammers Swipe BIG $$$ from Homebuyers in Sneaky Real Estate Scheme!

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U.S. Senators Urging FTC To Investigate GM Driving Data Sharing

Two U.S. senators have written to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to urge the consumer protection agency to begin an investigation of GM, Honda, Hyundai, and...

U.S. Senators Urging FTC To Investigate GM Driving Data Sharing

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