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Konkurencja i konsument · 11.03.1997

Computer Business Services, Inc., et al.; Prohibited Trade Practices, and Affirmative Corrective Actions

In settlement of alleged violations of federal law prohibiting unfair or deceptive acts or practices and unfair methods of competition, this consent order prohibits, among other things, an Indiana home-based computer business opportunity firm and three principals from misrepresenting the earnings or success rate of investors; the existence of a market for their products or services; the amount of time it would take investors to recoup their investments and from making any representation regarding the performance, benefits, efficacy or success rate of any product or service unless they possess reliable evidence to substantiate the claims. The consent order also prohibits the use of misleading testimonials or endorsements. In addition, the consent order requires that advertisements for automatic telephone dialing systems disclose federal restrictions on their use and requires the respondents to pay $5 million in consumer redress.

Source: Federal Register — Federal Trade CommissionOpen original release →