Creativity and Compliance - Using Creativity to Market Compliance
The Briefing: Publicity Rights and the Law – Using Real People in Your Work
(Podcast) The Briefing: When a TikTok Costs You $150,000 - Copyright Pitfalls in Influencer Marketing
The Briefing: When a TikTok Costs You $150,000 - Copyright Pitfalls in Influencer Marketing
(Podcast) The Briefing: Influencer Fail – ALO Yoga & Influencers Named in $150M Class Action Lawsuit for FTC Violations
The Briefing: Influencer Fail – ALO Yoga & Influencers Named in $150M Class Action Lawsuit for FTC Violations
Great Women in Compliance: The Compliance Influencer with Bettina Palazzo
LEGAL ALERT | NAD Finds Kevin Hart’s Social Media Disclosures Insufficient in Monitoring Decisions
(Podcast) The Briefing: Federal District Court Adopts Problematic “Vibe Copyright” Protection in Influencer Fight
The Briefing: Federal District Court Adopts Problematic “Vibe Copyright” Protection in Influencer Fight
(Podcast) The Briefing – Creator Contract Liability When Your Platform Disappears: The TikTok Ban
The Briefing – Creator Contract Liability When Your Platform Disappears: The TikTok Ban
(Podcast) The Briefing: About Face – Courts Weigh AI Face-Swapping Technology and Celebrity Rights
The Briefing: About Face – Courts Weigh AI Face-Swapping Technology and Celebrity Rights
(Podcast) The Briefing: Is This Just A Copycat Influencer Case or Something More Problematic?
The Briefing: Is This Just A Copycat Influencer Case or Something More Problematic?
(Podcast) The Briefing – Fake Reviews, Real Consequences: Consumer Review Dos and Don’ts
The Briefing – Fake Reviews, Real Consequences: Consumer Review Dos and Don’ts
The FTC’s Proposed Rule Banning Deceptive Reviews and Testimonials
Podcast - Influenciadores y Publicidad
Retail participation in futures, forex and swaps has accelerated markedly in recent years, propelled by low-cost access, mobile platforms and growing interest in crypto-referenced instruments, event contracts and micro-sized...more
The Children’s Advertising Review Unit (or “CARU”) recently released Generative AI & Kids: A Risk Matrix for Brands & Policymakers, a framework to help companies that market to children mitigate potential risks related to...more
As public relations professionals navigate an increasingly complex media landscape while preparing for upcoming budget cycles, Muck Rack’s 2025 State of PR report provides critical insights into the industry’s current...more
Social media has rapidly transformed the landscape of health and wellness marketing. Social media platforms are now central to how consumers discover and engage with products ranging from dietary supplements and CBD oils to...more
A variety of new platforms have emerged offering “clipping” services for brands, podcasters and other content creators. These platforms allow social media users to earn money by joining campaigns that invite them to take...more
Earlier this year, we blogged about effective influencer disclosures on Instagram. Our attention is now on TikTok with the help of a recent decision from the National Advertising Division. On October 13, 2025, the NAD...more
After last November’s boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul, Logan Paul (Jake’s brother) suggested he could beat Mike Tyson in a fight. So far, Logan hasn’t picked a fight with Iron Mike, but his company has picked a...more
In this digital age, content creators rely on their original works to build audiences and generate income. Platforms like Twitch, YouTube, OnlyFans and others empower creators to connect directly with audiences. But with...more
The Pitch newsletter is a monthly update of legal issues and news affecting or related to the music, film and television, fine arts, media, professional athletics, eSports, and gaming industries. The Pitch features a diverse...more
The town square is not only online, but often out of sight. Facebook Groups often operate as an unseen network filled with public conversation about policy, developments and message narratives....more
With the US Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) September 9, 2025 announcement that it will increase its enforcement of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetics Act (FFDCA), its rules governing direct-to-consumer (DTC)...more
The recent 2025 NAD Conference provided a deep dive into many areas of advertising law. While a few sessions discussed the obvious hot-button topic of the year—artificial intelligence—there were many other timely topics...more
Where does creativity fit into compliance? In more places than you think. Problem-solving, accountability, communication, and connection – they all take creativity. Join Tom Fox and Ronnie Feldman on the award-winning...more
Last week in Washington, D.C., the BBB National Programs wrapped up another successful NAD conference. The conference, as usual, provided a rich and unique experience for attendees, including updates from the Federal Trade...more
Last week, the Children’s Advertising Review Unit (or “CARU”) announced a decision involving MrBeastYouTube and its affiliate Feastables. The decision covers a range of issues that frequently come up for companies that...more
In 2025, digital avatars are no longer a novelty—they are fast becoming central to commerce and entertainment. From digital replicas of real individuals to AI-generated personalities, companies are rapidly finding ways to...more
This year’s National Advertising Division’s (NAD) Annual Conference demonstrated that the self-regulatory process remains an active venue for companies interested in challenging competitor advertising claims....more
Washington, D.C., was buzzing this week with the sharp insights of advertising law pros at the National Advertising Division (NAD) annual conference. A major discussion point was the role teens are playing in the marketing...more
If you use names, images, or likenesses in your business, whether for advertising, endorsements, or creative projects, it is essential you understand Washington’s right of publicity laws. Here is what you need to know about...more
he Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a press release on Sept. 9 announcing a “crackdown” on direct-to-consumer (DTC) pharmaceutical advertising and promising “sweeping reforms" in line with President Trump's same-day...more
On Sept. 9, 2025, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Food and Drug Administration jointly announced a crackdown on deceptive direct-to-consumer (DTC) pharmaceutical advertising, including promotion...more
The White House issued a memorandum on September 9, 2025 directing the secretary of the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the commissioner of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to significantly...more
President Trump has signed a presidential memorandum, “Addressing Misleading Direct-To-Consumer Prescription Drug Advertisements.” ...more
Late Tuesday, FDA issued a press release warning that it would be sending “thousands of letters warning pharmaceutical companies to remove misleading ads and issue approximately 100 cease-and-desist letters to companies with...more
The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission released the Make Our Children Healthy Again Strategy (MAHA Strategy) this week. The MAHA Strategy, a cornerstone of the MAHA movement championed by Secretary of Health and...more