?? Breaking News: Lawsuit Filed Against Phi Theta Kappa CEO Lynn Tincher-Ladner ??

Disclaimer: The author of this article is not a neutral party in the referenced litigation. HonorSociety.org Inc., Honor Society Foundation Inc., and its president Michael Moradian were sued in federal court by PTK on April 20, 2022 for False Designation of Origin, Trade Dress Infringement, and Unfair Competition. Honor Society and Michael Moradian countersued and are presently defendants/counter-plaintiffs in this litigation. Litigation is still ongoing and all claims made regarding this case are just allegations against the parties.

In a groundbreaking defense of students and community colleges alike, Honor Society has filed a federal lawsuit against Lynn Tincher-Ladner , CEO of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), accusing her of deceptive practices and monopolistic tactics. This lawsuit, filed in the Southern District of Mississippi, uncovers a series of alarming allegations that have far-reaching implications for students, parents, and the entire educational community.

Key Allegations:

? False "Top 10%" Claims: PTK is accused of misleading students by falsely claiming they are in the top 10% of their class to entice them to pay membership fees. At some colleges, this figure is as high as over 44%, creating a false sense of exclusivity.

? Misleading Letters of Recommendation: PTK allegedly issues letters, signed by Tincher-Ladner, falsely stating members are in the top 10% of their class. This alleged deception misleads students, educational institutions, and potential employers.

? Misleading Scholarship Information: PTK is accused of falsely promoting access to $246 million in scholarships as exclusive to members, and claiming that the "average member gets $2,500 a year" in scholarships—both misleading claims.

Privacy Concerns:

?? Data Sharing Issues: PTK has allegedly sold and shared member data under false pretenses, compromising student privacy and trust.

Anticompetitive Conduct:

?? Market Monopolization: The lawsuit accuses PTK of attempting to monopolize the community college honor society market, unfairly restricting competition and limiting student choices.

Call to Action:

We urge everyone affected by PTK's practices to come forward. Protecting students and educational institutions from these alleged predatory behaviors is crucial. If you have insights or information about PTK's practices, please contact [email protected] . Your privacy will be respected.

For more information, visit www.ptklawsuit.com . Join the conversation using #PTKlawsuit.

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