Consumer Attitudes & Behavior

Class-action status denied in four separate tobacco suits.

Secretary Abraham says soon-to-be-released data shows a sharp drop in fuel prices.

Relief comes to retailers in time for the Fourth of July holiday.

Study shows fewer convenience store operators are selling tobacco to youths.

Fuel supplies and crude oil imports increased last week following disruptions from Hurricane Allison.

A government report suggests that U.S. fuel rules may be contributing to pollution.

Foodservice subsidiary also agrees to a civil settlement stemming from the distribution of contaminated meats.

But experts don't expect this class-action lawsuit to be another Florida.