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Konkurencja i konsument · 31.01.1997

The Diet Workshop 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, the Massachusetts-based corporations from misrepresenting the results of any weight-loss program they offer, requires them to possess scientific data to substantiate any claims concerning weight-loss and maintenance, and mandates that they make certain disclosures regarding maintenance and other claims.

Source: Federal Register — Federal Trade CommissionOpen original release →