This CLE webinar offers a unique, inside look at how BBB National Programs’ National Advertising Division (NAD) evaluates medical devices and other health-related products and services. Our panelists will engage in a lively discussion of recent enforcement trends and challenges for manufacturers, and how companies can effectively use the NAD framework to their advantage. In addition, this event will discuss NAD guidance on self-regulation and how to use it as a tool to ensure competitors also meet the standards set by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
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Are Virtual Branded Worlds the Future?
The COVID-19 pandemic has had immeasurable effects on consumers and how they engage with brands, with the elimination of in-person consumer interactions for nearly a year. As a result, some brands are taking consumers’ entrance into the metaverse one step further by developing virtual worlds that allow the consumer to engage with the brand in…
Restarting advertising production? New U.S. Department of Labor’s “joint employer” rule shutdown by NY federal judge
As we head into fall 2020, many advertising companies are beginning – if they have not already done so – to restart media shoots. Just as they did before the pandemic hit, media shoots raise a broad swath of questions on the employment law front. One of the principal issues in this regard is the…
Another NY Update: Legislators Pass Protection of Post-Mortem Right of Publicity
The New York State Legislature recently passed a bill that expands the State’s current laws to protect one’s right of publicity after death. Under current privacy laws in NY, permission is required to use a living individual’s name, voice, or likeness for commercial purposes (i.e., in advertising materials).
While the bill – which awaits signature…
New York Bill Gives Credit Card Holders 90 Days to Redeem Rewards
The New York Senate recently passed a bill that is expected to give New York residents a 90-day grace period to redeem credit card rewards after their account is changed, canceled, closed, or terminated. The bill will address issues where a cardholder’s account is closed without notice for inactivity, default, or delinquency – in such…
The Latest Celebrity Lawsuits in the CBD and Cannabis Space
Two recent actions involving sellers and marketers of cannabidiol (CBD) and cannabis prove the “wellness” industry is not always so chill.
Clint Eastwood Sues CBD Companies over False Endorsements
In the first action, Clint Eastwood filed two lawsuits in federal court in Los Angeles against CBD companies and marketers, claiming the companies promoted false news…
A Not-So-American Style: Williams-Sonoma to pay $1M to FTC Over Deceptive “Made in USA” Claims
The FTC recently approved a final consent order against home product and kitchen ware company, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Under the order (available here), Williams-Sonoma is required to pay $1 million to the FTC in connection with charges that it made false, misleading, or unsubstantiated “Made in USA” claims.
The FTC first announced its compliant in…
The Fyre Festival Storm Continues: Kendall Jenner Settles Over Social Post
For those following the fallout from the Fyre Festival, the drama continues. Last week, model and influencer Kendall Jenner settled a bankruptcy lawsuit for $90,000 relating to her promotion of the Festival.
To refresh your memory, Fyre Festival was planned for spring 2017, advertised as a music and culinary paradise held on a private island…
John Feldman and Jason Gordon discuss COVID-19 Charity Marketing and Compliance Challenges for brands in Law360 Article
John Feldman and Jason Gordon published an article in Law360 this week titled, “Compliance Challenges In Cos.’ COVID-19 Charity Marketing.” A copy of the article is available here. You may also view a PDF copy of the article here.
The Tokyo 2020 Olympics will still go forward… in 2021
This week, the International Olympic Committee announced that the upcoming Tokyo Games would be postponed until next summer due to the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. Even though the event will take place in the summer of 2021, the IOC announced that the event will still retain the name “Olympic and Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020”. By retaining…