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Mush Plushies

We are investigating Mush Plushies for allegedly attempting to conceal critical reviews and adverse news from Google by improperly submitting copyright takedown notices. This includes potential violations such as impersonation, fraud, and perjury.

PARTIES INVOLVED : Mush Plushies

ALLEGATIONS : Perjury, Fraud, Impersonation

INCIDENT DATE : 11 Oct 2024

INVESTIGATED BY : Ethan Katz

TOOLS USED : Lumen, SecurityTrails

CASE NO : 7538/A/2025

CRIME TYPE : Intellectual Property Scam

PUBLISHED ON : 16 Mar 2025

Mush Plushies

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What We Are Investigating?

Our firm is launching a comprehensive investigation into Mush Plushies over allegations that it has been suppressing critical reviews and unfavorable Google search results by fraudulently misusing DMCA takedown notices. These actions, if proven, could constitute serious legal violations—including impersonation, fraud, and perjury.

We conducted comprehensive analyses of fraudulent copyright takedown requests, meritless legal complaints, and other unlawful efforts to suppress public access to critical information. Our reporting sheds light on the prevalence and modus operandi of a structured censorship network, often funded and used by criminal enterprises, oligarchs and criminal entities seeking to manipulate public perception and bypass AML checks conducted by financial organisations.

The fake DMCA notices in this investigation appears to have been strategically deployed to remove negative content from Google search results illegally. Based on this pattern, we have reasonable grounds to infer that Mush Plushies - or an entity acting at its behest - is directly or indirectly complicit in this cyber crime.

In most such cases, such ops are executed by rogue, fly-by-night 'Online Reputation Management' agencies acting on behalf of their clients. If evidence establishes that the subject knowingly benefited from or facilitated this scam, it may be deemed an 'accomplice' or an 'accessory' to the crime.

What are they trying to censor

Red Flags Unfurled

Unauthorized Charges: Customers have reported unauthorized transactions following purchases from Mush Plushies. One individual recounted ordering two items, only to be charged three times, with amounts exceeding the original order. This led them to cancel their credit card and seek reissuance. Despite reaching out for support, they received no response, leading them to label the company a scam.
Subpar Product Quality: The quality of products received has been a significant point of contention. One customer ordered a “weighted dino plush” for their child, only to receive a product reminiscent of a cheap carnival prize, devoid of any weighting. This stark discrepancy between product description and reality has fueled allegations of deceptive marketing.
Affiliation with Dubious Entities: Mush Plushies has been linked to other questionable ventures. Notably, a Reddit user highlighted a connection to Lifthub.co, suggesting a pattern of recurrent unauthorized charges and evasive customer service tactics. Such affiliations raise concerns about the company’s broader business practices.

Adverse Media Coverage

The company’s practices have not escaped public scrutiny:

Scamadviser Evaluation: The website mushplushies.co has been assigned a low trust score by Scamadviser. The analysis cited several negative indicators, including the concealment of the website owner’s identity, low visitor traffic, and multiple negative reviews. These factors collectively suggest potential risks for consumers.
Investigative Reports: Investigations have shed light on Mush Plushies’ fraudulent activities, including unauthorized charges and substandard products. These reports have been instrumental in alerting potential customers to the company’s deceptive practices.

The Censorship Crusade

Facing mounting criticism, Mush Plushies has embarked on a campaign to sanitize their online reputation:

Misuse of DMCA Takedown Notices: The company has allegedly filed fraudulent Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) notices to suppress unfavorable content. This tactic involves claiming copyright infringement on critical reviews and reports, leading to their removal from search engines and platforms. Such actions not only undermine free speech but also constitute legal violations, including impersonation, fraud, and perjury.
Manipulating Search Results: By creating fake news sites and publishing copied content with altered dates, Mush Plushies aims to deceive platforms like Google into removing genuine negative reviews. This tactic not only misleads potential clients and investors but also undermines the credibility of legitimate review platforms

A Call to Action

The evidence against Mush Plushies is both compelling and concerning. Their pattern of deception, lack of transparency, and attempts to silence critics should serve as glaring warning signs to potential investors and clients. Regulatory authorities must investigate these practices to uphold ethical standards and protect consumers from such predatory tactics.

In the world of business, trust is paramount. Mush Plushies’ actions have not only eroded that trust but have also highlighted the lengths some will go to in order to mask their shortcomings. It’s high time we pull back the curtain and hold such entities accountable.

Conclusion

Mush Plushies presents a cautionary tale of how deceptive practices can permeate e-commerce, exploiting unsuspecting consumers. Their attempts to suppress negative information through dubious means further exacerbate their culpability. It is imperative for consumers to exercise vigilance and for authorities to take decisive action against such entities to preserve the integrity of the marketplace.

As we navigate the digital age, the Mush Plushies case underscores the importance of due diligence and the need to hold unscrupulous businesses accountable for their actions.

https://lumendatabase.org/notices/45340006
https://lumendatabase.org/notices/45339689

October 11, 2024
October 11, 2024

HRE Law
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https://mushplushies.eu/

https://www.bbb.org/us/ca/redwood-city/profile/online-retailer/mush-plushies-1116-944892
https://www.trustpilot.com/review/mushplushies.co

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About the Author

The author is affiliated with TU Dresden and analyzes public databases such as Lumen Database and Maltego to identify and expose online censorship. In his personal capacity, he and his team have been actively investigating and reporting on organized crime related to fraudulent copyright takedown schemes.

Additionally, his team provides advisory services to major law firms and is frequently consulted on matters pertaining to intellectual property law.

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How This Was Done

The fake DMCA notices we found always use the 'back-dated article' technique. With this technique, the wrongful notice sender (or copier) creates a copy of a 'true original' article and back-dates it, creating a 'fake original' article (a copy of the true original) that, at first glance, appears to have been published before the true original

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What Happens Next?

Based on the feedback, information, and requests received from all relevant parties, our team will formally notify the affected party of the alleged infringement. Following a thorough review, we will submit a counter-notice to reinstate any link that has been removed by Google, in accordance with applicable legal provisions. Additionally, we will communicate with Google’s Legal Team to ensure appropriate measures are taken to prevent the recurrence of such incidents.

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