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New Developments in the World of Section 230
PATIENT PRIVACY IN AN ERA OF SOCIAL MEDIA
Are websites legally responsible for content posted by their users?
Stealth Lawyer: Zach Abramowitz, 'Blogcaster'
Political pressure increasing on social media companies to police their platforms - Over the course of a week in August, the UK experienced widespread civil unrest with crimes such as rioting, vandalism, looting and...more
In the legal industry, you’re essentially selling your knowledge. It’s important to create credible content that positions you as a thought leader -both to generate leads and to prove your trustworthiness. However, too many...more
As a content creator, your brand is your livelihood. You work tirelessly to create engaging content, build your audience, and attract partnerships with brands. But amidst the creativity and hustle, there’s one critical aspect...more
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a new Final Rule (the “Rule”) on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, targeting unfair and deceptive acts or practices specifically related to consumer reviews and testimonials, allowing the...more
Keypoint: Last week, several privacy and AI bills passed out of committee (with some receiving amendments) while two bills died in committee. We are currently tracking thirteen privacy and AI-related bills that previously...more
The Online Safety Act (the OSA) received Royal Assent on 26 October 2023 and is now in force. The OSA establishes an extensive regulatory framework for providers of online user-to-user services and search services with...more
Introduction to Google Search Quality Rating Guidelines - Google’s Search Quality Rating Guidelines are a set of criteria used to evaluate the quality of web pages and ensure that users find the most relevant and trustworthy...more
The impact of social media is undeniable in today’s society. Whether it is utilized for personal use, maintaining family connections, or capitalizing on the latest trends, social media is interwoven into the fabric of...more
Social media companies have long moderated the type of content that appears on a person’s home page by, for instance, deleting explicit posts or “downgrading” posts containing misinformation. Based on the belief that these...more
Reddit has recently emerged as a formidable platform for marketers. With its unique blend of user-generated content and community-driven discussions, Reddit provides valuable insights and real-time feedback that can...more
Podcasting has become an increasingly popular medium for law firms to share their expertise, connect with clients, and build their brands. However, growing a podcast audience can be challenging. Here are nine easy steps to...more
Law firms and legal marketers are constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance their online presence and connect with potential clients. One platform that has recently gained significant traction in Google search results is...more
Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act (the “CDA” or “Section 230”), known prolifically as “the 26 words that created the internet,” remains the subject of ongoing controversy. As extensively reported on this blog, the...more
On May 9, 2024, in X Corp. v. Bright Data Ltd., the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California dismissed X’s claims alleging that Bright Data’s access to X’s systems, and scraping and selling of publicly...more
April 9, 2024 | Blog If you’ve got content collecting dust on a digital shelf somewhere in your downloads folder – this article is for you. And if you only have one article you wrote three years ago but it’s still incredibly...more
The CLE will discuss recent developments at the Court, including the fall-out from key decisions of last term, and recent high-profile discussion of the Court. The panel will also discuss prominent cases from the current...more
In recent years, the advent of the social media “influencer” has revolutionized advertising. Companies often partner with influencers to market their products, hoping to tap into the influencer’s devoted audience. Likewise,...more
In the prior two installments of our six-part series examining Section 230, the section of the 1996 Communications Decency Act (CDA) that immunizes online service providers from liability stemming from the publication and...more
As we reported at the end of 2023, New York will soon join California, Colorado, Illinois, and a number of other states that protect employees’ and job applicants’ social media privacy. These protections are part of a bill...more
Stories about attorneys and litigants using artificial intelligence (AI) to generate court documents have started popping up all over the country with increasingly negative results. In one of the most recent tales, a pro...more
New and emerging digital economies have created a unique set of challenges for today’s entrepreneurs, particularly when it comes to the early stages of brand development and brand launch strategy. From protecting your...more
Content marketing is such a broad term that it can be difficult to know what falls under the umbrella. Which items make the right statement for your firm? What will promote your firm effectively? Review these types of content...more
The Internet makes it easier than ever to connect with people around the world, share ideas and information, and have their voices heard regardless of whether they are a single individual with limited resources or a massive...more
In this second installment of our six-part series examining Section 230, the section of the 1996 Communications Decency Act (CDA) that immunizes online service providers from liability stemming from the publication and...more