Jul 21

How an FTC Lawyer Helps You Respond to Investigations & Avoid Penalties

Learn how to get off the Mastercard MATCH List, address merchant account challenges, and explore legal options with guidance from TFM Law.

Nov 17

Brand Protection Program: Defense Strategies for Merchants

Card brands like Visa and Mastercard implement brand protection programs to safeguard their networks, ensure consumer trust, and enforce compliance among merchants. While these programs serve an important purpose, they often create challenges.

Navigating FTC & Compliance Investigations: A Merchant’s Playbook

When it comes to FTC & Compliance, merchants often find themselves unprepared for the complexity of an investigation. A Civil Investigative Demand (CID) from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) can be intimidating and disruptive to your business.

MATCH & Processor Recovery: How to Remove Your Business from the MATCH List in 2025

Being placed on the MATCH list can feel like a major setback for any business. The MATCH list—short for Member Alert to Control High-Risk Merchants—is maintained by Mastercard to identify businesses considered risky by payment processors.

Nutraceutical Claims: Avoiding FTC False Advertising Lawsuits

The nutraceutical and skincare supplement industries are booming, offering consumers products that promise improved health, vitality, and appearance. However, with rapid growth comes increased regulatory oversight.

Implementing FTC Act Compliance in Your Subscription Service

As the subscription-based business model continues to grow across industries—from streaming services to software-as-a-service (SaaS) platforms—so does regulatory scrutiny. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has sharpened its focus on protecting consumers.

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