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These days we all need to be smart consumers. We need access to the information and resources it takes to avoid the latest scams, stop identity thieves, spot rip offs and keep unsafe food and toxic products out of our shopping carts. PIRG’s consumer watchdog team does the research, conducts media exposes, produces consumer guides, and sends out consumer alerts so we have the tools to make smart, safe, informed choices.
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Consumers complain at record levels, credit bureaus don’t help
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Consumer complaints against U.S. airlines hit record in 2022
New airline complaint numbers show severity of December chaos
FTC wins: Funeral home now has to post prices online
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Stop The Overuse Of Antibiotics
US Food and Drug Administration must act to preserve life-saving antibiotics
The overuse of medically important antibiotics in US meat production leads to antibiotic resistant “superbugs” threatening our health & lifesaving antibiotics.
Software lockouts shouldn’t be the reason I can’t use my car
Tethering customers to the manufacturer violates consumer rights and drives the electronic waste crisis.
How to save money on your home heating bills
With home heating prices rising this winter, MASSPIRG offers tips and resources for reducing your costs.
Why consider buying antibiotic-free meat
Buying antibiotic-free meat is important, but not for the reason you might think.
Goodyear faces class action lawsuits for collecting user data
Team
Murray
Teresa
Murray
Consumer Watchdog, PIRG
Mierzwinski
Ed
Mierzwinski
Senior Director, Federal Consumer Program, PIRG
Melgar
Danielle
Melgar
Food & Agriculture, Advocate, PIRG