Personal Injury, Communications & Media Law, Antitrust & Trade Regulation

Advertising News & Analysis - April 18, 2013

by Ellen Traupman Berge, Jeffrey D. Knowles, Amy Ralph Mudge, Jonathan L. Pompan, Gregory J. Sater, Randal M. Shaheen | Venable LLP on 4/29/2013

In this issue: - FTC Chairwoman Addresses AAF’s Advertising on the Hill Day, Provides Broad Guidance - Bringing a Legal Challenge? Expect One in Return - NAD Says Doctor-Recommended Claims Need a Second...more

Advertising News & Analysis - February 7, 2013

by Leonard L. Gordon, Jeffrey D. Knowles, Maura A. Marcheski, Gregory J. Sater | Venable LLP on 2/12/2013

In this issue: - Jon Leibowitz Announces Departure From FTC - Lessons from FTC’s POM Wonderful Decision - No CDA Immunity for Fake News Site Affiliate Network - Upcoming Events An excerpt from...more

General Liability Policies May Cover Antitrust, Patent, and Other Business Litigation – Part 1

by John Green | Farella Braun + Martel LLP on 2/8/2013

General liability insurance is frequently overlooked in business litigation. These policies, however, include coverage for “disparagement” and “malicious prosecution.” Both terms are construed broadly and may provide coverage...more

FTC Drops Bomb on Pom: Finds Ads Touting Health Benefits of Pomegranates Unsubstantiated and False

by Robert Lehrburger, Christine Miller, Saul Shapiro, Travis Tu, Frederick Warder, Steven Zalesin | Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP on 1/28/2013

Last week, the Federal Trade Commission issued its much-anticipated ruling in the agency’s case against POM Wonderful. In a unanimous 5-0 decision, the Commission found that Pom’s advertisements touting the amazing health...more

Advertising Law -- April 5, 2012

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 4/10/2012

In This Issue: *Q&A: What False Advertising and Trademark Plaintiffs Need to Know Following Landmark eBay Decision *E=mc2, or the Publicity Rights of Albert Einstein *Microsoft Announces Targeted Health Ads *$1.5M...more

Advertising Law -- March 23, 2012

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 3/26/2012

In This Issue: *Manatt’s Advertising Practice a Finalist for 2012 Chambers USA Awards for Excellence *Back to the Drawing Board: Federal Judge Rejects FTC Settlement *“Cruelty-Free” Claims Subject of False...more

Man Versus Machine: iPhone 4S User Files Class Action Against Apple, Alleges Siri Won't Do As Told

by Foley Hoag LLP - Trademark, Copyright &... on 3/16/2012

Frank Fazio, a disgruntled iPhone 4S user from New York, recently filed a federal class action lawsuit against Apple in California, alleging that the Siri feature of the iPhone 4S does not work as advertised. For those of you...more

Advertising Law - November 17, 2011

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 11/23/2011

In This Issue: Manatt Partner Linda Goldstein to Serve as Faculty at Digital Gaming; & Lottery Policy Summit; Manatt Partner Ivan Wasserman Invited to Speak at FDLI’s New Dietary Ingredient Regulation Event; Facebook...more

Advertising Law - October 26, 2011

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 11/3/2011

In This Issue: Verizon’s Geographical Advertising Program Faces Controversy; FTC: Revisions Coming to Guidelines on Marketing Food to Children; Alba Files Suit to Protect Publicity Rights Against Belly Bandit; and Insole...more

Advertising Law - August 18, 2011

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 8/24/2011

In This Issue: Congress Considers More Data Security, Breach Laws; FTC Takes Action Against Payday Lender; Controversy Over Basketball Wives; Privacy Suit Filed Over Use of ETags; NAD Weighs In on Dietary Supplement for...more

Advertising Law Newsletter - June 30, 2011

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 7/2/2011

In this issue: “All Natural” Ice Cream Suit Can Proceed, Court Rules; For One Model, Age Is Not Just a Number – It’s a Cause of Action; $10.4M to the FTC For Work-at-Home, Government Grant Scams; and Lawmakers Introduce...more

Plaintiffs Attacking Fiji's Green Water Sing the Blues

by Dechert LLP on 6/10/2011

A California appeals court last week affirmed the dismissal of a putative class action in which plaintiffs accused Fiji Water Co. LLC of improperly promoting its bottled water. Ayana Hill v. Roll International Corp. et al.,...more

How To Protect Your Intellectual Property Online And Avoid Legal Pitfalls

by Venable LLP on 5/31/2011

How Can You Get Into Trouble Online? • Using clip art without checking terms of use, • Cutting and pasting third party articles into blogs, • Forwarding an email newsletter to a colleague without checking terms of...more

Advertising Law Newsletter - May 25, 2011

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 5/25/2011

In this issue: Facebook Updates Promotion Rule, Expands Options for Marketers; Sweepstakes Entry Form Does Not Establish a Business Relationship for Telemarketing; Father Sues Facebook for Using Son’s Image; FTC Settles Over...more

Food advertising aimed at kids is on center stage

by Howard Ankin on 5/23/2011

Earlier this year we predicted that in 2011 there will be increasing backlash against fast food, particularly when marketing it toward children. By way of example, we cited the recently enacted San Francisco ban of...more

FTC Says Scoot, Rascal! Rascal Scooters Penalized $100,000 for Calling Consumers on the Do Not Call Registry

by Proskauer - Privacy & Data Security on 4/28/2011

On April 21, 2011, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Electronic Mobility Corporation (d/b/a Rascal Scooters) entered into a settlement agreement pursuant to which Rascal Scooters agreed to pay $100,000 as a civil penalty...more

FTC Files First Lawsuit Against ‘Text Spam’

by Jeff Ifrah on 4/4/2011

Spam seems to be everywhere these days, and it has now invaded your wireless handheld. Last month, the Federal Trade Commission filed its first lawsuit ever against an alleged perpetrator of “spam texting” – the practice...more

Advertising Law Newsletter - March 16, 2011

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 3/17/2011

In this issue: IAB Members Pledge to Follow Self-Regulatory Principles; Illinois Court Revives Light Cigarette Class Action; Can a Facebook Friend Request Violate the Lanham Act?; FTC Fights...more

Socially Aware: The Social Media Law Update: Volume 1, Issue 2 - August 2010

by Morrison & Foerster LLP on 8/26/2010

In This Issue: 2 Court Finds Facebook Business Practices Not to Be “Anticompetitive” 2 Defamation Suit Concerning Facebook Group Dismissed 3 Growth in Social Media Drives Infrastructure Spending 3 Social Media...more

Advertising Law - June 18, 2010

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 6/22/2010

In This Issue: *Manatt's Advertising, Marketing & Media Practice Receives National Ratings for Excellence in Chambers USA 2010 *Mark Your Calendars *FTC Delays “Red Flags” Rule – Again *Brando and Hogan Sue to Enforce...more

Newsletter of the Advertising, Marketing & Media Practice Group of Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 3/16/2009

IN THIS ISSUE: *Court Strikes Down California Video Game Law *Jon Leibowitz to Head FTC *Intel and Psion Fight Over “Netbook” Trademark *Obama Nominates Campaign Aide to Lead FCC *Court: NYC Food Chains Must Post...more

Newsletter of the Advertising, Marketing & Media Practice Group of Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 5/2/2008

IN THIS ISSUE: *Court Affirms $120 Million Fine Against Seasilver *Blockbuster Sued Over Facebook Ad Program *Microsoft's ?Vista Capable? Lawsuit Advances *Comcast To Draft File-Sharing Best Practices Please see full...more

Newsletter of the Advertising, Marketing & Media Practice Group of Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

by Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 1/24/2008

IN THIS ISSUE: *FTC Questions Carbon-Offset Claims *FCC Probing Comcast for Data Discrimination *U.S. Arrests Eight in Online Gambling Operation *NY Passes Airline Passenger Bill of Rights Please see full...more

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Advertising News & Analysis - April 18, 2013

Advertising News & Analysis - February 7, 2013

General Liability Policies May Cover Antitrust, Patent, and Other Business Litigation – Part 1

FTC Drops Bomb on Pom: Finds Ads Touting Health Benefits of Pomegranates Unsubstantiated and False

Advertising Law -- April 5, 2012

Advertising Law -- March 23, 2012

Man Versus Machine: iPhone 4S User Files Class Action Against Apple, Alleges Siri Won't Do As Told

Advertising Law - November 17, 2011

Advertising Law - October 26, 2011

Advertising Law - August 18, 2011

Advertising Law Newsletter - June 30, 2011

Plaintiffs Attacking Fiji's Green Water Sing the Blues

How To Protect Your Intellectual Property Online And Avoid Legal Pitfalls

Advertising Law Newsletter - May 25, 2011

Food advertising aimed at kids is on center stage

FTC Says Scoot, Rascal! Rascal Scooters Penalized $100,000 for Calling Consumers on the Do Not Call Registry

FTC Files First Lawsuit Against ‘Text Spam’

Advertising Law Newsletter - March 16, 2011

Socially Aware: The Social Media Law Update: Volume 1, Issue 2 - August 2010

Advertising Law - June 18, 2010

Newsletter of the Advertising, Marketing & Media Practice Group of Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

Newsletter of the Advertising, Marketing & Media Practice Group of Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

Newsletter of the Advertising, Marketing & Media Practice Group of Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

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