United States of America: Issued ruling in FTC investigation into online retailer GOAT for mail-order rule violations
Description
Issued ruling in FTC investigation into online retailer GOAT for mail-order rule violations
On 2 December 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a fine of over USD 2 million against GOAT, an online marketplace, for violating an agency rule to have reasonable shipping practices. The FTC claimed that GOAT failed to meet promised shi…
Scope
Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Fair marketing and advertising practice requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: e-commerce
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
consumer protection authority