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Human Resource Development Services, Inc. d/b/a Saint James School of Medicine, FTC v.

The Federal Trade Commission has taken action against a for-profit medical school in the Caribbean and its Illinois-based operators, alleging they deceptively marketed the school’s medical license exam test pass rate and residency matches to lure prospective students. The school and its operators are also charged with violating the Holder Rule, which preserves rights for injured consumers, and the Credit Practices Rule, which protects consumers in credit contracts. The $1.2 million judgment against Saint James School of Medicine and its operators will go toward refunds and debt cancellation for students harmed by the deceptive marketing.

Type of Action
Federal
Last Updated
FTC Matter/File Number
2123034
Case Status
Pending

Weber-Stephen Products, LLC

The Federal Trade Commission is taking action against grill maker Weber-Stephen Products, LLC, for illegally restricting customers’ right to repair their purchased products.The FTC’s complaint charges that Weber’s warranty included terms that conveyed that the warranty is void if customers use or install third-party parts on their grill products. Weber is being ordered to fix its warranty by removing illegal terms and recognizing the right to repair and come clean with customers about their ability to use third-party parts.

Type of Action
Administrative
Last Updated
FTC Matter/File Number
2123139
Case Status
Pending

Harley-Davidson Motor Company

The FTC sued Harley-Davidson and Westinghouse outdoor generator maker MWE Investments, LLC for illegally restricting customers’ right to repair their purchased products. The complaints charge that the companies’ warranties included terms that conveyed the warranty is void if customers use independent dealers for parts or repairs. The FTC ordered the companies to fix warranties by removing illegal terms and recognizing the right to repair.

Type of Action
Administrative
Last Updated
FTC Matter/File Number
212 3140
Case Status
Pending