In this episode of his "Clearly Conspicuous" podcast series, "What to Expect from the New FTC Leadership," consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta discusses a Jan. 22, 2025, press release from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) outlining new agency priorities under the Trump Administration. The press release emphasizes the elimination of programs related to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) within the federal government, marking a shift in the philosophical direction of the FTC. This episode focuses on other potential changes in FTC operations under Chairman Andrew Ferguson and explores how these shifts will affect compliance and advocacy strategies for companies dealing with the FTC, including alternative approaches aligned with the administration's agenda.

In the 54th episode of his "Clearly Conspicuous" podcast series, consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta discusses significant regulatory actions taken against Grubhub by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Illinois attorney general (AG). FTC and Illinois AG accused Grubhub of unlawful practices including fake restaurant affiliations, deceptive delivery cost practices and driver earnings misrepresentation, and the company will pay $25 million to settle the charges. Mr. DiResta notes that Grubhub reportedly received a warning letter in 2021 but did not change its practices, which he highlights as a prime example of how essential it is for businesses to "be very aware" of regulatory notices from federal enforcement authorities.

In this episode of his "Clearly Conspicuous" podcast series, "Hidden Fees in the Live-Event Ticketing and Short-Term Lodging Industries," consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta discusses the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) new rule targeting mandatory hidden fees and enhanced transparency in pricing disclosures. The rule, finalized after significant public feedback, specifically addresses the live-event ticketing and short-term lodging sectors, requiring businesses to include all mandatory fees in the prominently displayed total price. Although certain fees, such as government-imposed taxes and optional amenities, can be excluded, they must be clearly disclosed before purchase. Mr. DiResta emphasizes that though the rule currently targets only two industries, it reflects the FTC's broader intent to tackle deceptive pricing practices across various sectors.