1,285 enforcement actions from 14 federal and state jurisdictions. Every event traced back to its official government source.
1,285
Total Actions
14
Jurisdictions
$35.3B+
Total Fines Tracked
Attorney General William Tong led a bipartisan coalition of 42 attorneys general in urging Meta Platforms to protect users from fraudulent investment ads on Facebook that facilitate pump-and-dump schemes, causing significant financial losses. The coalition calls for enhanced ad review processes, including human review for investment ads, and suggests ceasing investment ads if scams cannot be curbed.
Connecticut joined a coalition of 28 attorneys general to object to 23andMe's proposed sale of genetic data in bankruptcy without customer consent. The states argue such sensitive information requires express consent and cannot be sold like ordinary property. Attorney General Tong also advised consumers to delete their data and genetic samples.
Connecticut passed House Bill No. 7181 to strengthen enforcement against illegal cannabis and tobacco sales by increasing penalties, allowing municipalities to retain civil penalties, and creating a task force. The law also expands bans on online sales of e-cigarettes and improves age verification to prevent youth access to addictive products.
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong filed a lawsuit against Triggered Brand for selling unapproved 'research grade' GLP-1 weight loss drugs directly to consumers without prescriptions or medical oversight, violating the Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act and pharmacy licensing laws. The AG also issued a Civil Investigative Demand to Made In China for similar sales and sent warning letters to weight loss clinics about compounded GLP-1 drugs.
The Connecticut Office of the Attorney General released an updated enforcement report on the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA) for 2024, summarizing investigations into companies handling connected vehicles, genetic data, palm recognition, teen messaging apps, and facial recognition. The report outlines expanded enforcement priorities around opt-out practices and dark patterns, and includes legislative recommendations to strengthen the CTDPA.
The Connecticut Attorney General, leading a multistate task force of 51 attorneys general, issued warning letters to nine phone providers for allegedly routing unlawful robocalls. The providers have received numerous traceback notices for various scam calls, including government impersonations and financial fraud. The task force demands immediate cessation of illegal robocall facilitation or face legal action.
Connecticut filed a statement of interest in the bankruptcy of Prospect Medical Holdings, alleging years of mismanagement that harmed patients and led to a ransomware attack compromising the data of 212,369 residents. The state seeks to ensure a responsible transition of hospitals and hold Prospect accountable for its misconduct.
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong announced proposed legislation to protect minors from addictive social media features. The bill would prohibit exposing minors to harmful algorithms without parental consent, set default usage limits and notification restrictions, and require annual reporting by social media companies. This follows ongoing legal actions against Meta and TikTok for youth addiction concerns.
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong joined a coalition of 12 attorneys general to announce they will file a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of the Treasury and DOGE for unlawfully granting Elon Musk and DOGE staff access to sensitive personal information and payment systems. The AGs argue this unauthorized access threatens privacy rights and essential payments for millions of Americans. The lawsuit seeks to revoke access and prevent further interference.
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong announced a coordinated multi-state enforcement action against the sale of bootleg, flavored disposable e-cigarettes. Civil investigative demands were served on 12 Connecticut smoke shops, convenience stores, and two wholesalers for selling illegally imported, non-FDA authorized nicotine products designed to appeal to youth. Nine other states announced parallel investigations or litigation targeting distributors and retailers of these products.
The U.S. Department of Justice and ten states filed an amended complaint against six major landlords for using algorithmic pricing and sharing competitively sensitive information to suppress competition and raise rents. Cortland Management LLC agreed to a consent decree requiring it to cease these practices, cooperate with the investigation, and submit to court-monitored oversight. The landlords collectively manage over 1.3 million rental units across the United States.
Attorney General William Tong announced that starting January 1, 2025, businesses covered by the Connecticut Data Privacy Act must honor global opt-out preference signals, allowing consumers to opt out of targeted advertising and data sales via tools like Global Privacy Control. The advisory explains requirements, notes exemptions for HIPAA-covered entities, and provides resources for compliance.
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong announced a multistate coalition of 16 attorneys general to use civil enforcement against irresponsible members of the firearms industry. The coalition will enforce state consumer protection and liability laws to reduce gun violence, with past actions including lawsuits against Glock for machine gun conversions and ghost gun dealers.
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong sent a letter to Sephora regarding the marketing of anti-aging skincare products with harmful ingredients like retinol and acids to children and teens on social media. The AG seeks information on product placements in searches for kids and warning practices, cautioning parents about potential skin harm from these products.
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong announced a $65,000 settlement with Hilario Truck Center and Hilario’s Service Center for illegally collecting junk fees such as PPE fees, administrative fees, and fuel surcharges during police-ordered tows. The settlement requires the companies to pay $10,000 to the state and provide refunds to eligible consumers who paid these unauthorized fees between 2019 and 2024.
$65K
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong announced a $20,000 settlement with EnergyBillCruncher.com for misleading solar marketing tactics, including false claims about government coverage, misuse of the state seal, and false urgency in social media ads. The company must cease these practices and notify its solar installer partners.
$20K
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong announced that a coalition of 22 attorneys general is escalating efforts to force TikTok to comply with a multistate investigation into harm to youth mental health. TikTok has failed to fully comply with court orders to preserve evidence and produce documents, impeding the investigation. The coalition is urging a Tennessee court to enforce its orders.
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong reached an agreement with Northwell Health and Nuvance Health to resolve an antitrust investigation into their proposed affiliation. The agreement preserves labor and delivery services at Sharon Hospital and strengthens healthcare access in Western Connecticut. Northwell committed to maintaining women's health services, investing in IT and cybersecurity, and complying with Connecticut's anti-steering statute for five years.
Attorney General William Tong, along with the U.S. Department of Justice and eight other state attorneys general, filed a civil antitrust lawsuit against RealPage Inc. for allegedly using its algorithmic pricing software to facilitate price fixing among landlords and monopolize the market for revenue management software. The complaint alleges that RealPage collects competitively sensitive rental data from landlords to train its algorithm, which then recommends prices, harming renters by reducing competition. The lawsuit seeks an injunction to end these practices and restore competition.
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong announced an investigation into EnergyBillCruncher for making false claims that the government would cover solar installation costs, misusing the state seal, and creating false urgency. The investigation seeks information on the company's ownership, consumer interactions, and partnerships. This is part of broader actions against deceptive solar sales tactics.
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong urged residents to enroll in free credit monitoring and identity theft protection following the Change Healthcare cyberattack in February 2024, which exposed sensitive health data. The breach potentially impacted up to one-third of Americans, but Change Healthcare has failed to provide individual notice to affected consumers. The AG joined other attorneys general in April 2024 to demand that UnitedHealth Group take more meaningful action to protect those harmed.
Connecticut, along with the U.S. Department of Justice and 15 other states, has filed a civil antitrust lawsuit against Apple Inc. for monopolizing smartphone markets in violation of the Sherman Act. The complaint alleges Apple engages in anticompetitive conduct such as blocking innovative apps, suppressing cloud streaming services, and limiting interoperability to maintain its monopoly and impose high costs on consumers and developers. The plaintiffs seek equitable relief to restore competition.
The Connecticut Attorney General and Consumer Protection Commissioner announced a public service announcement to warn about illegal, unsafe cannabis edibles that mimic kid-friendly snacks. The agencies highlighted ongoing enforcement actions against retailers selling unregulated delta-8 THC products, with four judgments secured totaling $40,000, and ten pending actions. The PSA aims to protect children from accidental ingestion of potent, untested products.
$40K
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong joined a bipartisan coalition of 41 attorneys general in sending a letter to Meta Platforms, Inc. to address the rising number of Facebook and Instagram account takeovers by scammers. The coalition criticizes Meta's inadequate security measures and calls for improved protections including multi-factor authentication, increased staffing for response, and stronger enforcement against scammers. The letter urges Meta to take immediate action to safeguard user accounts from hijacking and fraud.
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong announced legislative action to ban 40-year exclusive real estate listing agreements following an investigation into MV Realty that uncovered nearly 400 deceptive contracts. The company targeted lower-income homeowners with small cash payments for long-term liens, imposing steep penalties for cancellation or independent sales, and often failed to provide proper disclosure or copies of agreements.
The Connecticut Office of the Attorney General released a mandated report on the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA), detailing over a dozen notices of violation issued to companies across various industries for deficiencies in privacy disclosures and consumer rights mechanisms. The report highlights common compliance failures and reaffirms the AG's commitment to enforcement and education under the state's consumer privacy law.
Connecticut officials, including Attorney General William Tong, warned businesses about a scam by CT UCC Statement Service, which charges $90 for free UCC reports. The company's mailings are designed to look like government documents, but reports are available for free at business.ct.gov. Businesses should verify notices and avoid paying fees for free services.
Attorney General William Tong of Connecticut joined a bipartisan coalition of 44 attorneys general to issue a letter supporting the G.U.A.R.D. VA Benefits Act. The legislation aims to hold unaccredited and unregulated actors accountable for defrauding veterans applying for VA benefits by requiring proper accreditation and imposing penalties, as unaccredited services waste veterans' money and time and may lead to fraud and identity theft.
Attorney General William Tong of Connecticut joined a multistate coalition of 21 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief to defend the federal government's ability to communicate with social media companies about dangerous online content. The coalition opposes a preliminary injunction that prohibits such communications, arguing it undermines public safety efforts and must be overturned. The brief highlights examples of productive dialogue on issues like election security, public health emergencies, and consumer protection.
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong released guidance affirming that state and federal anti-discrimination laws continue to protect LGBTQ+ rights following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in 303 Creative v. Elenis. The memo explains that the ruling's narrow exception for custom expressive works does not undermine Connecticut's broader public accommodations laws, which prohibit discrimination in marriage, employment, housing, credit, and hate crimes. The AG's office vows to remain vigilant and use enforcement authority to protect LGBTQ+ residents.
All data sourced from official government enforcement pages.