Aflac controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2011
Gilbert Gottfried removed from Aflac Duck campaign
Aflac dismissed comedian Gilbert Gottfried after jokes posted on Twitter about the Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami. The company said the comments did not reflect its views or the feelings of people at Aflac, particularly in relation to Japan.
1997
Criticism of cancer-insurance economics and lobbying
Consumer groups and officials criticized stand-alone cancer policies for potentially returning less of collected premiums in benefits than major-medical coverage. Aflac defended its products and lobbied in connection with New York restrictions, which were changed in 1998 for certain consumers with basic coverage.