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06/28/2011

BBB Warns of Phony Acai Berry Weight Loss Products

In conjunction with the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) recent lawsuits on acai berry weight loss products, Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be wary of phony “news” announcements of free trial offers for online diet pills.

03/31/2011

Direct E-Cig 'Free' Offer for Smokeless Cigarettes Turned into a Real Drag, Consumers Tell BBB

Consumers who tried to take advantage of “free” Internet offers for smokeless cigarettes say they were burned by unexpected charges that totaled $100 or more, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns. Customers from 44 states have filed more than 360 complaints against Direct E-Cig of Naples, Fla., and London, England, in the last year. Ten of those complaints came from Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

01/01/2002

FTC-Free Trial Offers: Timing is Everything

Washington, D.C. — Free trial offers can be a great way to try new products or services without making a long-term commitment to a membership, subscription or extended service contract. But mark your calendar: If you don't cancel before the trial period ends, your acceptance of a free trial offer may be an agreement to buy other products and services.


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