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News & Analysis as of May 22, 2013

Wow! Government Amends Red Flags Rule to Make it Narrower

by Barry Cutler | BakerHostetler on 12/14/2012

Congress, FTC Restrict Definition of “Creditors” who must Adopt a Formal Plan to Prevent, Detect ID Theft In journalism, the adage goes, “man bites dog” is news. The regulatory equivalent should be “government amends...more

EPIC: Hearing on FTC Nominee Should Address FTC's Settlement Process for Privacy Violations

by Electronic Privacy Information Center on 12/7/2012

In a letter to the Senate Commerce Committee, EPIC has recommended that Congress require the Federal Trade Commission to consider more carefully the public's views on proposed privacy settlements. EPIC also recommended that...more

Consumer Prices, Nominal Retail Trade, Real Retail Trade (Italy, 2001-2012)

by Nicola Carmine Salerno on 11/23/2012

Tra il Gennaio 2001 e il Settembre 2012, sono poste a confronto le seguenti tre serie: 1) Commercio al dettaglio a valori nominali; 2)Prezzi al consumo (indice armonizzato Europa, HICP); 3) Commercio al dettaglio in...more

Obama Sets Out Privacy Framework; FTC and DAA Preview Privacy Priorities

by Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP on 3/8/2012

The White House Report. On February 23, 2012, the White House released a report entitled Consumer Data Privacy in a Networked World: A Framework for Protecting Privacy and Promoting Innovation in the Global Digital Economy,...more

White House Announces New Consumer Privacy Bill of Rights

by Loeb & Loeb LLP on 2/24/2012

Today the White House released its long-awaited Privacy Report in which it unveiled a Consumer Privacy Bill of Rights intended to provide consumers with greater online privacy protection, and establish a blueprint...more

Advertising Law - December 8, 2011

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 12/9/2011

In This Issue: Manatt Honored by The Association of Media & Entertainment Counsel as Law Firm of the Year; Sen. Rockefeller Targets Online Tracking for Hearing; FTC Extends Deadline for COPPA Comments; Pope Doesn’t Like...more

Federal “Do Not Track” Bill Introduced

by Loeb & Loeb LLP on 2/21/2011

When the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued its privacy report in December 2010, it discussed the possibility of providing consumers with a universal choice mechanism, that would permit or prevent the collection and use of...more

EPIC Advises Congress on Do Not Track Proposal

by Electronic Privacy Information Center on 12/13/2010

EPIC submitted a statement to the House Energy and Commerce Committee, following a hearing on "Do Not Track Legislation: Is Now the Right Time?" Congress is considering proposals that would enable users to opt-out of...more

Advertising Law - June 22, 2010

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 6/23/2010

In This Issue: *Diet Supplement Manufacturer Settles False Claims Suit for $2.5 Million *FTC v. Kellogg, Part II *Groups Respond to Boucher’s Privacy Bill *Virginia Passes New Law on Promotions *Senate Commerce...more

FTC Extends Enforcement Deadline for Red Flags Rule to June 1, 2010

by FordHarrison on 11/4/2009

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has again delayed enforcement of the Red Flags Rule. Enforcement was previously delayed until November 1, 2009, but has now been delayed until June 1, 2010. Please see full alert below...more

Advertising Law Newsletter - August 4, 2009

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 8/4/2009

IN THIS ISSUE: *SPECIAL FOCUS: Tweetstakes Law *Proposed Agency Would Take On Some FTC Functions *FTC Announces Sweeping Anti-Scam Campaign *Cosmetic Surgery Outfit Fined for Fake Reviews *Initial Revenue Bill Lacks...more

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