Consumer Advertising Law Blog
"Commentary and news on developing legal issues in consumer marketing, advertising and promotional activities, including Federal Trade Commission and state attorney general developments, Lanham Act and consumer class-action litigation, California’s Proposition 65 matters, as well as regulatory developments for the wide array of products and claims, including dietary supplements, 'green' claims, advertising to kids, privacy, pricing, 'Made in U.S.A.' and sweepstakes."
Author: Contributors practice in the Consumer Protection and Advertising group at Arnold & Porter, which has six U.S. offices as well as outposts in London and Brussels, Belgium.
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Recent Posts from Consumer Advertising Law Blog
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FTC Workshop & Roundtable Announcement
On Wednesday the FTC announced plans to hold a workshop and roundtable on emerging healthcare competition and related consumer protection issues. The events, to be held in Washington, DC, are slated for this fall. The…
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The Fax of the Matter: Court Holds that Consumer Protection Case Not Proper for Class Certification
Last week,the Fifth Circuit overturned a district court decision granting class certification status in a case involving alleged violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). The Court decided that the possibility of the large…
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FTC Hangs Up on Prerecorded Calls
Tuesday, the FTC announced two amendments to the Telemarketing Sales Rule (TSR) related to prerecorded calls. The changes are a result of a rulemaking proceeding initiated in 2004. The first amendment bars telemarketing calls that…
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"Going Green" Supposed to Help the Environment; Not Earn More Cash for Alleged Unscrupulous Seller
Buyer beware in Iowa. Our readers are well aware that the FTC is currently in the process of holding workshops and gathering information to determine whether and how to update its Green Guides. The focus…
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Report Advocates More Enforcement Against Internet Fraud by State AGs
In the age of internet commerce, consumers are enjoying the increased convenience and ease of online resources. However many fear that lax enforcement has led to a drastic increase in the amount of online fraud…