Last week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) testified before Congress about its efforts to ensure the accuracy of concussion protection claims made in connection with sporting equipment. Richard Cleland, Assistant Director for Advertising Practices in FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection, testified before a Congressional Subcommittee and outlined efforts the agency has taken.
As concussion awareness has grown, manufacturers have increasingly been making claims about the concussion protection ability of their products. “Given the dangers that concussions pose for young athletes engaged in sports, it is …
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