The Federal Trade Commission and the state of Illinois took action against a company that created thousands of fake local home repair business listings. The company engaged in deceptive conduct that misled consumers and violated federal competition and consumer protection laws. The enforcement aims to stop anticompetitive and unfair business practices that harm consumers.
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Media Coverage · May 11, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the state of Illinois filed an action against a company that created thousands of fake local home repair business listings. This deceptive conduct misled consumers and potentially harmed legitimate businesses. The case highlights enforcement of laws against false advertising and unfair competition.
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FTC and Illinois Take Action to Stop Deceptive Conduct by Company that Created Thousands of Business Listings of Fake
Media Coverage · May 11, 2026
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We enforce federal competition and consumer protection laws that prevent anticompetitive, deceptive, and unfair business practices.
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the state of Illinois filed an action against a company that created thousands of fake local home repair business listings. This deceptive conduct misled consumers and potentially harmed legitimate businesses. The case highlights enforcement of laws against false advertising and unfair competition.
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