FTC Warns Restaurants: Décor Can Be Misleading Advertising
In a significant move to protect consumers and support U.S. fisheries, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) new guidance to the restaurant industry that clearly explains that it is illegal to use decorations, menus, and social media to mislead customers about the origin of seafood served in the restaurant. The guidance came as a result of the Southern Shrimp Alliance’s (SSA) years-long engagement and advocacy with the FTC. …