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A class action is a type of legal action where a representative individual or group of individuals can bring a claim on behalf of a larger group or class who share a common legal interest.
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Tariffs May Encourage Made in the USA Claims, but You Need to Be Careful

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With tariffs creating an atmosphere where “imported” may soon come to mean “expensive,” American businesses might be tempted to use their advertising and packaging to emphasize the American origin of their product, no matter...more

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In This Issue: - FTC Enforcement Action Slain by 11th Circuit - Chris Farley IP Holder Settles With Bike Company - California Pushes Auto-Renewal Regs in New Directions - Plaintiff Should Cop to COPPA, Google Claims -...more

Holland & Knight LLP

Bitcoin, Blockchain and Consumer Protection Laws

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• Unsophisticated consumers eager to make a profit remain susceptible to representations by companies that are false and misleading, and constitute deceptive acts or practices in violation of the Federal Trade Commission...more

Stinson LLP

An Honest Struggle to Advertise "Natural" Products

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On February 12, 2016, two consumers brought a proposed New York state class action lawsuit against The Honest Company, Inc., a personal care products company co-founded by actress Jessica Alba. The lawsuit alleges that The...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

"Emerging Trends in Privacy and Cybersecurity"

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Entering 2016, the relentless stream of cyberattacks continues unabated, having become a "business as usual" reality to which companies must adapt. All companies, regardless of size or industry, are potential targets, and the...more

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Socially Aware: The Social Media Law Update Volume 6, Issue 4

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Five social media law issues to discuss with your clients - The explosive growth of social media has clients facing legal questions that didn’t even exist a few short years ago. Helping your clients navigate this...more

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP

Ad Cops After Four Decades: Report Finds Self-Regulation Works, But Popularity May Lead To Change

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MCC: On April 15, a working group associated with the ABA released a report* evaluating the National Advertising Division (NAD) and the state of advertising self-regulation in the U.S. You led the group in these efforts....more

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