Misleading marketing harms consumers in several ways: It can lead people to make purchasing decisions based on false or exaggerated claims, resulting in wasted money and disappointment with the product or service. Such deceptive practices can also create unrealistic expectations, damage trust in brands and advertising in general, and potentially even pose safety risks if important information is omitted or misrepresented. Over time, widespread misleading marketing can distort markets, making it harder for consumers to make informed choices and potentially driving out more honest competitors who refuse to engage in such tactics.
Corporate Misconduct Case Study: Credit Karma & Its Impact on Consumers A Bait and Switch: The Illusion of “Pre-Approved” Credit Offers Imagine the relief of seeing “You’re pre-approved!” pop up on your screen, especially when navigating the often-stressful world of…
Corporate Misconduct Case Study: LCA‑Vision’s LASIK / LasikPlus “Bargain” and Its Cost to Consumers 1. Introduction A $250 price tag for life‑changing laser eye surgery sounds like the deal of a lifetime—until the moment patients, pupils dilated and wallets open, discover the…
Corporate Corruption Case Study: Medical Marijuana, Inc. & Its Impact on Douglas Horn Table of Contents 1. Introduction: A Promise Shattered, A Life Derailed Douglas Horn, a commercial truck driver seeking relief from chronic pain stemming from a 2012 accident,…
Corporate Corruption Case Study: FloatMe Corp. & Its Impact on Financially Vulnerable Consumers Table of Contents Introduction: Promises Broken, Consumers Harmed A financial technology company promising quick cash advances to consumers living paycheck-to-paycheck stands accused of widespread deceptive and unfair…
Corporate Corruption Case Study: Zurixx, LLC & Its Impact on Aspiring Real Estate Investors 1. Introduction: The Price of a Promise Tens of thousands of Americans, drawn by promises of wealth through real estate investing and endorsements from television celebrities,…
Corporate Corruption Case Study: Ascend Ecom’s Mirage of “Passive Income” & the Human Cost of Deregulated E-Commerce Table of Contents 1. Introduction For three years, a pair of charismatic founders promised ordinary Americans a turnkey gateway into the trillion-dollar e-commerce…
Corporate Corruption Case Study: Blueprint to Wealth & Its Impact on Aspiring Entrepreneurs Table of Contents Introduction: A Multimillion-Dollar Deception Targeting Hope A sophisticated scheme, operating under ever-shifting names but sometimes referred to as “Blueprint to Wealth,” allegedly bilked consumers,…
Corporate Corruption Case Study: Sitejabber & Its Impact on Consumers Trust is everything in this digital marketplace that we all find ourselves in. Consumers rely heavily on online reviews and ratings to navigate choices, often assuming these metrics reflect genuine…
Corporate Corruption Case Study: Career Step, LLC & Its Impact on Students and Military Families Table of Contents 1. Introduction: A Pattern of Deception Targeting Hopeful Students The promise of education often represents a pathway to a better life, a…
Corporate Corruption Case Study: American Future Systems, Inc. & Its Impact on Businesses and Nonprofits Table of Contents Introduction Inside the Allegations: Corporate Misconduct Regulatory Capture & Loopholes Profit-Maximization at All Costs The Economic Fallout Exploitation of Workers (Not Applicable…