Tag Archives: Florida False advertising lawsuit
McDonald’s Value Meal Might Not Save You Money — But Judge Says It is Not False Advertising
Recently, a United States federal court judge in Illinois ruled in favor of McDonald’s in a deceptive advertising lawsuit. According to the allegations raised in the class-action lawsuit, buying a McDonald’s ‘Extra Value Meal’ was actually somewhat more expensive than purchasing each item included in the meal individually. However, the federal judge ruled that… Read More »
Florida Federal Judge: False Advertising Lawsuit Against Movie ‘War Dogs’ Can Proceed
War Dogs, a 2016 movie produced by Warner Brothers, reportedly grossed $86 million at the box office. This dark comedy film stars actors Jonah Hill and Miles Teller as two Miami-based arms dealers who secure a major contract from the Pentagon. The film is based on real events. However, one of the men who… Read More »
When Does Comparative Advertising Cross the Line?
The term comparative advertising refers to a form of advertising in which a company explicitly references the brand of a competitor. When done properly, comparative advertising is legal in both Florida and throughout the country. Indeed, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) notes that comparative advertising actually be an important source of information for consumers… Read More »
