The short answer is to minimize legal risk from marketing assets. As an advertising law attorney, I review all marketing assets for legal compliance. Part of my review includes IP clearances to make sure that the marketer has the necessary authorization to use the video, photo, music, whatever protected IP materials may be included. Contrary […]
Probably yes, at some level. We are all reliant on it for some tasks. How does using AI in your business affect your cybersecurity? It depends on how much AI you use and how do you use it. Depending on the prompts given to AI, it depends how it may interact with other systems. The […]
The FDA and FTC sent Cease and Desist letter to six (6) cannabis businesses for unfair and deceptive marketing of edible products. According to the letters, these cannabis businesses were packaging their CBD edibles in similar and recognizable kid snacks packaging. Unfortunately, “Children are more vulnerable than adults to the effects of THC, with […]
What triggers privacy based lawsuits? Two main triggers seem to be: We all heard, and probably experienced, data breaches. It seems I get such notifications much too often for comfort. Businesses need strong privacy policies and cybersecurity policies to protect themselves. Most importantly, it’s not just about protecting businesses, but also being responsible for […]
This is your friendly reminder to have your website reviewed for legal compliance every quarter. The law changes often and websites must keep up with legal changes. Websites must be legally compliant with Ad Law, Marketing Law, Promotions Law, Intellectual Property Law, Privacy Law, and ADA legal online compliance at all times. When was […]
The FDA and FTC sent Cease and Desist letter to six (6) cannabis businesses for unfair and deceptive marketing of edible products. According to the letters, these cannabis businesses were packaging their CBD edibles in similar and recognizable kid snacks packaging. Unfortunately, “Children are more vulnerable than adults to the effects of THC, with […]
A couple of years ago, there was a decision in the EU that dismantled the Privacy Shield program because of the lack of safeguards on the US government access to EU citizens’s data. In July, the EU and the USA agreed to a whole new system called the EU-US Data Privacy Framework (DPF). Under this […]
YES!!! Given the explosion of AI usage and legal issues arising out of it, countries around the world are implementing AI laws/regulations and/or guidance. On August 15, 2023, the Interim Measures for for the Management of Generative Artificial Intelligence Service goes into effect in China. Canada is in the process of passing the AI and […]
A supplement company must pay $1.1 million for false advertising!!! The false claims were: Not only the company made the false claims above, but worse, it claimed such supplements could prevent, treat or cure diabetes, fibromyalgia, arthritis, heart disease, and yes, cancer. The company suggested taking unto 12 capsules per day if diagnosed with any […]
We all have been exposed to the crazy get rich quick money-making pitches. Too good to be true? Usually they are! Per FTC rules, marketing claims MUST be substantiated or they could be deemed false. False advertising is illegal! If a business claims that by working with it you should make X dollars, then […]
