The Bottom Line To comply with the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), Google is changing its restricted data processing (RDP) policy and will no longer offer the service to advertisers conducting cross-context behavioral advertising as of July 1, 2023.In such cases, Google will no longer act Continue Reading
New York State Expands Lactation Accommodations for Employees
Update The New York DOL has published the state lactation accommodations policy. The Bottom Line Effective June 7, 2023, New York employers should ensure that their lactation rooms meet the law’s new specifications and that nursing mothers receive adequate break time to pump.New York Continue Reading
Unions Reach Agreement with Advertising Industry to End Mandatory COVID-19 Protocols for Commercial Productions
The Bottom Line On May 11, 2023, the COVID-19 testing and safety protocols required for advertisers and producers of commercials will expire.Following expiration of these requirements, no COVID-19 protocols will be permitted on any union productions unless the applicable union(s) approve of them Continue Reading
Estate Planning Issues to Consider Before Selling Your Business
The Bottom Line Business owners can minimize taxes and maximize proceeds on the sale of his or her business by utilizing different estate planning strategies.It is critical, though, that the estate planning be done well in advance of the sale of the business or even before the preparation of a Continue Reading
Washington is First State to Pass Consumer Health Data Privacy Law
The Bottom Line With states passing comprehensive consumer privacy laws left and right, Washington is the first state to pass an aggressive privacy law focusing on consumer health data.With consent requirements to process health data and a private right of action, the Act is not one to be Continue Reading
As Federal and State Governments Take Action Against TikTok, What Should Brands and Agencies Know?
The Bottom Line In light of increased federal and state regulatory oversight, the potential reach of TikTok may begin to shrink.Brands and agencies should take steps to prepare for a government ban of TikTok Trendy social media app TikTok gained popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic and Continue Reading
New York State Department of Labor Releases Updated Model Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy and Training Guidance
The Bottom Line The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) recently released its updated model sexual harassment prevention policy and training materials (including a script and slide deck, which can be found here). Having a legally compliant policy and conducting annual Continue Reading
FTC Orders The Bountiful Company to Pay $600,000 in Fines in First Case Challenging “Review Hijacking”
The Bottom Line Review hijacking can result in a misperception that consumers have reviewed and endorsed products that they have not actually used. Brands should be mindful when creating relationships between products or integrating new products or formulations onto webpages for existing Continue Reading
Key Influences on the Cannabis Market in 2023
2023 may create the harshest conditions yet for the cannabis industry. The economy was already expected to be a challenge to profitability and now turmoil in the banking sector may further distract Congress from passing meaningful marijuana banking legislation, continuing to limit access to Continue Reading
New Jersey WARN Amendments Broaden Employer Obligations
The Bottom Line Amendments to the NJ Mini-WARN Law create broader employer coverage, new definitions of “mass layoff” and “establishment,” and notice and severance requirements.New Jersey employers implementing layoffs should consult with counsel to determine whether the NJ Mini-WARN Law applies Continue Reading